SWIFT/BIC code FCBKVNVXXXX
FCBKVNVXXXX belongs to First Commercial Bank in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCBKVNVXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCBKVNVX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Commercial Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Vietnam |
How the First Commercial Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FCBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- VN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- VX 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 FCBKVNVXXXX?
FCBKVNVXXXX identifies the headquarters of First Commercial Bank in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Use it when a payment to First Commercial Bank does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to First Commercial Bank take in Vietnam?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at First Commercial Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FCBKVNVXXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Vietnam uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of FCBKVNVXXXX stand for?
FCBK is the institution code of First Commercial Bank, VN stands for Vietnam, VX is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I enter FCBKVNVXXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check FCBKVNVXXXX against the details from First Commercial Bank before sending.
Are FCBKVNVX and FCBKVNVXXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. FCBKVNVX is the short version of FCBKVNVXXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach First Commercial Bank in Ho Chi Minh City.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.