SWIFT/BIC code APDEVAVAXXX
APDEVAVAXXX belongs to Amministrazione del Patrimonio Della Sede Apostolica in Vatican City, Vatican City.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | APDEVAVAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | APDEVAVA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Amministrazione del Patrimonio Della Sede Apostolica |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vatican City |
| Country | Vatican City |
How the Amministrazione del Patrimonio Della Sede Apostolica SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- APDE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- VA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- VA 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code APDEVAVAXXX?
APDEVAVAXXX identifies the headquarters of Amministrazione del Patrimonio Della Sede Apostolica in Vatican City, Vatican City. It is the code to use when a payment to Amministrazione del Patrimonio Della Sede Apostolica does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Amministrazione del Patrimonio Della Sede Apostolica take in Vatican City?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need APDEVAVAXXX to send euros to Vatican City?
Vatican City is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need APDEVAVAXXX.
Are APDEVAVA and APDEVAVAXXX the same code?
Yes. APDEVAVA is the short version of APDEVAVAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Amministrazione del Patrimonio Della Sede Apostolica in Vatican City.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Amministrazione del Patrimonio Della Sede Apostolica in Vatican City?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use APDEVAVAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check APDEVAVAXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.