SWIFT/BIC code PRBAVEC1XXX
PRBAVEC1XXX belongs to Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires in Caracas, Venezuela.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PRBAVEC1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PRBAVEC1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Caracas |
| Country | Venezuela |
The way the Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PRBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- VE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- C1 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 code PRBAVEC1XXX?
PRBAVEC1XXX identifies the headquarters of Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires in Caracas, Venezuela. Use it when a payment to Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires does not need a specific branch.
Are PRBAVEC1 and PRBAVEC1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. PRBAVEC1 is the short version of PRBAVEC1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires in Caracas.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Venezuela with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter PRBAVEC1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PRBAVEC1XXX against the details from Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires before sending.
Does Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – PRBAVEC1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires in Venezuela, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in PRBAVEC1XXX mean?
PRBA is the institution code of Banco de la Provincia de Buenos Aires, VE stands for Venezuela, C1 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.