SWIFT/BIC code BCVLGGSPXXX
BCVLGGSPXXX belongs to Banque Cantonale Vaudoise in St. Peter Port, Guernsey.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCVLGGSPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCVLGGSP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Cantonale Vaudoise |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. Peter Port |
| Country | Guernsey |
How the Banque Cantonale Vaudoise SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCVL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SP 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 BIC BCVLGGSPXXX?
BCVLGGSPXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banque Cantonale Vaudoise in St. Peter Port, Guernsey. It is the code to use when a payment to Banque Cantonale Vaudoise does not need a specific branch.
Does Banque Cantonale Vaudoise use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BCVLGGSPXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banque Cantonale Vaudoise in Guernsey, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Cantonale Vaudoise?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BCVLGGSPXXX stand for?
BCVL is the bank code of Banque Cantonale Vaudoise, GG is the ISO code of Guernsey, SP 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 Banque Cantonale Vaudoise?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCVLGGSPXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Guernsey is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Banque Cantonale Vaudoise take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.