SWIFT/BIC code BOCAVEC1XXX

BOCAVEC1XXX belongs to Banco Canarias de Venezuela C.a. in Caracas, Venezuela.

BOCAVEC1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBOCAVEC1XXX
8-character codeBOCAVEC1
Branch codeXXX
BankBanco Canarias de Venezuela C.a.
BranchHead office
CityCaracas
CountryVenezuela

How the Banco Canarias de Venezuela C.a. SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BOCA 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 BOCAVEC1XXX?

BOCAVEC1XXX identifies the head office of Banco Canarias de Venezuela C.a. in Caracas, Venezuela. It is the code to use when a payment to Banco Canarias de Venezuela C.a. does not need a specific branch.

Is BOCAVEC1 and BOCAVEC1XXX the same code?

Yes. BOCAVEC1 is the short version of BOCAVEC1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Banco Canarias de Venezuela C.a. in Caracas.

What happens if I enter BOCAVEC1XXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOCAVEC1XXX against the details from Banco Canarias de Venezuela C.a. before sending.

Does Banco Canarias de Venezuela C.a. have a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, BOCAVEC1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Canarias de Venezuela C.a. in Venezuela, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

How long does it take to send money to Banco Canarias de Venezuela C.a.?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What is the best way to send money to Banco Canarias de Venezuela C.a. in Venezuela?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Venezuela with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.