SWIFT/BIC code OCCICOBCBO2
OCCICOBCBO2 belongs to Banco de Occidente in Bogota, Colombia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OCCICOBCBO2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OCCICOBC |
| Branch code | BO2 |
| Bank | Banco de Occidente |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bogota |
| Country | Colombia |
How the Banco de Occidente SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OCCI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BC Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BO2 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 BIC OCCICOBCBO2?
OCCICOBCBO2 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Banco de Occidente, a unit of Banco de Occidente in Bogota, Colombia. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use OCCICOBC instead of OCCICOBCBO2?
OCCICOBC points to the head office of Banco de Occidente, while OCCICOBCBO2 is Banco de Occidente. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use OCCICOBCBO2 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Banco de Occidente in Colombia?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Colombia with specialist providers before you send.
Has Banco de Occidente got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco de Occidente in Colombia, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banco de Occidente?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code OCCICOBCBO2, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Colombia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Occidente take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.