SWIFT/BIC code BRVLDE81XXX
BRVLDE81XXX belongs to Bremische Volksbank EG in Achim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BRVLDE81XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BRVLDE81 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bremische Volksbank EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Achim |
| Country | Germany |
How the Bremische Volksbank EG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BRVL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 81 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 is behind BIC BRVLDE81XXX?
BRVLDE81XXX identifies the headquarters of Bremische Volksbank EG in Achim, Germany. Use it when a payment to Bremische Volksbank EG does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in BRVLDE81XXX mean?
BRVL is the institution code of Bremische Volksbank EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 81 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Bremische Volksbank EG in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Is BRVLDE81 and BRVLDE81XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BRVLDE81 is the 8-character version of BRVLDE81XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Bremische Volksbank EG in Achim.
Do I need BRVLDE81XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BRVLDE81XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bremische Volksbank EG?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.