SWIFT/BIC code BBOGCOBBXXX
BBOGCOBBXXX belongs to Banco de Bogota in Bogota, Colombia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBOGCOBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBOGCOBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco de Bogota |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bogota |
| Country | Colombia |
How the Banco de Bogota SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BBOG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank is behind SWIFT code BBOGCOBBXXX?
The code BBOGCOBBXXX belongs to the head office of Banco de Bogota in Bogota, Colombia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banco de Bogota.
Are BBOGCOBB and BBOGCOBBXXX the same code?
Yes. BBOGCOBB is the short version of BBOGCOBBXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Banco de Bogota in Bogota.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco de Bogota?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BBOGCOBBXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Colombia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BBOGCOBBXXX stand for?
BBOG is the bank code of Banco de Bogota, CO is the ISO code of Colombia, BB is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Banco de Bogota?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use BBOGCOBBXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BBOGCOBBXXX against the details from Banco de Bogota before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.