SWIFT/BIC code ORIBCWCUXXX
ORIBCWCUXXX belongs to Banco del Orinoco in Willemstad, Curaçao.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ORIBCWCUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ORIBCWCU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco del Orinoco |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Willemstad |
| Country | Curaçao |
The way the Banco del Orinoco SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ORIB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CU 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code ORIBCWCUXXX?
ORIBCWCUXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banco del Orinoco in Willemstad, Curaçao. It is the code to use when a payment to Banco del Orinoco does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of ORIBCWCUXXX mean?
ORIB is the institution code of Banco del Orinoco, CW is the ISO code of Curaçao, CU is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Banco del Orinoco?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Curaçao with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco del Orinoco?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ORIBCWCUXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Curaçao is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Banco del Orinoco take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Is ORIBCWCU and ORIBCWCUXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ORIBCWCU is the short version of ORIBCWCUXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Banco del Orinoco in Willemstad.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.