SWIFT/BIC code BFRAVE21XXX
BFRAVE21XXX belongs to Banco de Fomento Regional Los Andes in San Cristobal, Venezuela.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BFRAVE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BFRAVE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco de Fomento Regional Los Andes |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | San Cristobal |
| Country | Venezuela |
How the Banco de Fomento Regional Los Andes SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BFRA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- VE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 uses BIC BFRAVE21XXX?
The code BFRAVE21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Banco de Fomento Regional Los Andes in San Cristobal, Venezuela. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banco de Fomento Regional Los Andes.
Does Banco de Fomento Regional Los Andes use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BFRAVE21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Banco de Fomento Regional Los Andes in Venezuela, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco de Fomento Regional Los Andes in Venezuela?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Venezuela with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BFRAVE21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BFRAVE21XXX against the details from Banco de Fomento Regional Los Andes before sending.
Are BFRAVE21 and BFRAVE21XXX the same code?
Yes. BFRAVE21 is the short version of BFRAVE21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Banco de Fomento Regional Los Andes in San Cristobal.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Fomento Regional Los Andes take in Venezuela?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.