SWIFT/BIC code BFIICVCVXXX
BFIICVCVXXX belongs to Banco de Fomento Internacional, S.A. (Formerly Banco Fiduciario Internacional (I.f.i.), S.A.) in Praia, Cape Verde.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BFIICVCVXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BFIICVCV |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco de Fomento Internacional, S.A. (Formerly Banco Fiduciario Internacional (I.f.i.), S.A.) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Praia |
| Country | Cape Verde |
The way the Banco de Fomento Internacional, S.A. (Formerly Banco Fiduciario Internacional (I.f.i.), S.A.) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BFII Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CV Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CV 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
Which institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code BFIICVCVXXX?
The code BFIICVCVXXX belongs to the main office of Banco de Fomento Internacional, S.A. (Formerly Banco Fiduciario Internacional (I.f.i.), S.A.) in Praia, Cape Verde. It is the code to use when a payment to Banco de Fomento Internacional, S.A. (Formerly Banco Fiduciario Internacional (I.f.i.), S.A.) does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Banco de Fomento Internacional, S.A. (Formerly Banco Fiduciario Internacional (I.f.i.), S.A.)?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Cape Verde with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is BFIICVCV and BFIICVCVXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BFIICVCV is the short version of BFIICVCVXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Banco de Fomento Internacional, S.A. (Formerly Banco Fiduciario Internacional (I.f.i.), S.A.) in Praia.
Does Banco de Fomento Internacional, S.A. (Formerly Banco Fiduciario Internacional (I.f.i.), S.A.) use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BFIICVCVXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco de Fomento Internacional, S.A. (Formerly Banco Fiduciario Internacional (I.f.i.), S.A.) in Cape Verde, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to Banco de Fomento Internacional, S.A. (Formerly Banco Fiduciario Internacional (I.f.i.), S.A.) in Cape Verde?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter BFIICVCVXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BFIICVCVXXX against the details from Banco de Fomento Internacional, S.A. (Formerly Banco Fiduciario Internacional (I.f.i.), S.A.) before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.