SWIFT/BIC code BNAPVEC1XXX
BNAPVEC1XXX belongs to Banco Nacional de Ahorro y Prestamo in Caracas, Venezuela.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNAPVEC1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNAPVEC1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Nacional de Ahorro y Prestamo |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Caracas |
| Country | Venezuela |
The way the Banco Nacional de Ahorro y Prestamo SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNAP 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BNAPVEC1XXX?
The code BNAPVEC1XXX belongs to the main office of Banco Nacional de Ahorro y Prestamo in Caracas, Venezuela. Use it when a payment to Banco Nacional de Ahorro y Prestamo does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter BNAPVEC1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BNAPVEC1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Nacional de Ahorro y Prestamo 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.
Does Banco Nacional de Ahorro y Prestamo use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BNAPVEC1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Nacional de Ahorro y Prestamo in Venezuela, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is BNAPVEC1 and BNAPVEC1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BNAPVEC1 is the short version of BNAPVEC1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Banco Nacional de Ahorro y Prestamo in Caracas.
What does each part of BNAPVEC1XXX mean?
BNAP is the institution code of Banco Nacional de Ahorro y Prestamo, VE stands for Venezuela, C1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.