SWIFT/BIC code BHVIVEC1XXX
BHVIVEC1XXX belongs to Banco Hipotecario de la Vivienda in Caracas, Venezuela.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BHVIVEC1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BHVIVEC1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Hipotecario de la Vivienda |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Caracas |
| Country | Venezuela |
How the Banco Hipotecario de la Vivienda SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BHVI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- VE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- C1 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 SWIFT code BHVIVEC1XXX?
BHVIVEC1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Banco Hipotecario de la Vivienda in Caracas, Venezuela. It is the code to use when a payment to Banco Hipotecario de la Vivienda does not need a specific branch.
Is BHVIVEC1 and BHVIVEC1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BHVIVEC1 is the 8-character version of BHVIVEC1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Banco Hipotecario de la Vivienda in Caracas.
What happens if I use BHVIVEC1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BHVIVEC1XXX against the details from Banco Hipotecario de la Vivienda before sending.
What does each part of BHVIVEC1XXX stand for?
BHVI is the bank code of Banco Hipotecario de la Vivienda, VE is the ISO code of Venezuela, C1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banco Hipotecario de la Vivienda?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BHVIVEC1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Venezuela is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Hipotecario de la Vivienda in Venezuela?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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.