SWIFT/BIC code OCCICOBCCTG
OCCICOBCCTG belongs to Banco de Occidente in Cartagena, Colombia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OCCICOBCCTG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OCCICOBC |
| Branch code | CTG |
| Bank | Banco de Occidente |
| Branch | — |
| City | Cartagena |
| Country | Colombia |
How the Banco de Occidente SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- CTG 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 code OCCICOBCCTG?
The code OCCICOBCCTG belongs to Banco de Occidente, a unit of Banco de Occidente in Cartagena, Colombia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco de Occidente?
Banks often 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.
What do the letters in OCCICOBCCTG stand for?
OCCI is the institution code of Banco de Occidente, CO stands for Colombia, BC is the location code and CTG identifies the branch Banco de Occidente.
Can I use OCCICOBC instead of OCCICOBCCTG?
OCCICOBC points to the main office of Banco de Occidente, while OCCICOBCCTG points to Banco de Occidente. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention OCCICOBCCTG.
Has Banco de Occidente got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
What happens if I use OCCICOBCCTG with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check OCCICOBCCTG against the details from Banco de Occidente before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.