SWIFT/BIC code BFANVECAXXX
BFANVECAXXX belongs to Banco de la Fuerza Armada Nacional Bolivariana, Banco Universal, C.a. (Banfanb) in Caracas, Venezuela.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BFANVECAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BFANVECA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco de la Fuerza Armada Nacional Bolivariana, Banco Universal, C.a. (Banfanb) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Caracas |
| Country | Venezuela |
The way the Banco de la Fuerza Armada Nacional Bolivariana, Banco Universal, C.a. (Banfanb) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BFAN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- VE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CA 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 uses SWIFT code BFANVECAXXX?
BFANVECAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banco de la Fuerza Armada Nacional Bolivariana, Banco Universal, C.a. (Banfanb) in Caracas, Venezuela. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco de la Fuerza Armada Nacional Bolivariana, Banco Universal, C.a. (Banfanb).
How long does a transfer to Banco de la Fuerza Armada Nacional Bolivariana, Banco Universal, C.a. (Banfanb) take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco de la Fuerza Armada Nacional Bolivariana, Banco Universal, C.a. (Banfanb)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BFANVECAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Venezuela is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BFANVECAXXX stand for?
BFAN is the bank code of Banco de la Fuerza Armada Nacional Bolivariana, Banco Universal, C.a. (Banfanb), VE stands for Venezuela, CA is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco de la Fuerza Armada Nacional Bolivariana, Banco Universal, C.a. (Banfanb)?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Venezuela with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BFANVECAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BFANVECAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.