SWIFT/BIC code COLPCOBBXXX
COLPCOBBXXX belongs to Banco Colpatria in Bogota, Colombia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COLPCOBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COLPCOBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Colpatria |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bogota |
| Country | Colombia |
The way the Banco Colpatria SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COLP Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB 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 COLPCOBBXXX?
The code COLPCOBBXXX belongs to the headquarters of Banco Colpatria in Bogota, Colombia. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco Colpatria.
Are COLPCOBB and COLPCOBBXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. COLPCOBB is the short version of COLPCOBBXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Banco Colpatria in Bogota.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Colpatria?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COLPCOBBXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Colombia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in COLPCOBBXXX stand for?
COLP is the institution code of Banco Colpatria, CO is the ISO code of Colombia, BB is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter COLPCOBBXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COLPCOBBXXX against the details from Banco Colpatria before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Colpatria?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.