SWIFT/BIC code SFOCVE21XXX
SFOCVE21XXX belongs to Sociedad Financiera de Occidente in Maracaibo, Venezuela.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SFOCVE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SFOCVE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sociedad Financiera de Occidente |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Maracaibo |
| Country | Venezuela |
How the Sociedad Financiera de Occidente SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SFOC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- VE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 SFOCVE21XXX?
The code SFOCVE21XXX belongs to the main office of Sociedad Financiera de Occidente in Maracaibo, Venezuela. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Sociedad Financiera de Occidente.
What happens if I use SFOCVE21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SFOCVE21XXX against the details from Sociedad Financiera de Occidente before sending.
Are SFOCVE21 and SFOCVE21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SFOCVE21 is the short version of SFOCVE21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Sociedad Financiera de Occidente in Maracaibo.
How long does a transfer to Sociedad Financiera de Occidente take in Venezuela?
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.
What do the letters in SFOCVE21XXX mean?
SFOC is the institution code of Sociedad Financiera de Occidente, VE stands for Venezuela, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Sociedad Financiera de Occidente?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SFOCVE21XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Venezuela uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.