SWIFT/BIC code CAROVECAXXX
CAROVECAXXX belongs to Banco Caroni, C.a. Banco Universal in Caracas, Venezuela.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CAROVECAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CAROVECA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Caroni, C.a. Banco Universal |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Caracas |
| Country | Venezuela |
How the Banco Caroni, C.a. Banco Universal SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CARO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- VE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CA 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 CAROVECAXXX?
CAROVECAXXX identifies the main office of Banco Caroni, C.a. Banco Universal in Caracas, Venezuela. Use it when a payment to Banco Caroni, C.a. Banco Universal does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use CAROVECAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CAROVECAXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Caroni, C.a. Banco Universal in Venezuela?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Venezuela with specialist providers before you send.
Is CAROVECA and CAROVECAXXX the same code?
Yes. CAROVECA is the 8-character version of CAROVECAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Banco Caroni, C.a. Banco Universal in Caracas.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco Caroni, C.a. Banco Universal?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CAROVECAXXX, 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.
What does each part of CAROVECAXXX mean?
CARO is the bank code of Banco Caroni, C.a. Banco Universal, VE is the ISO code of Venezuela, CA is the location code 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.