SWIFT/BIC code NBOVVUVUXXX
NBOVVUVUXXX belongs to National Bank of Vanuatu Limited in Port Vila, Vanuatu.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBOVVUVUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBOVVUVU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | National Bank of Vanuatu Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Port Vila |
| Country | Vanuatu |
How the National Bank of Vanuatu Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBOV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- VU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- VU 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 SWIFT code NBOVVUVUXXX?
The code NBOVVUVUXXX belongs to the head office of National Bank of Vanuatu Limited in Port Vila, Vanuatu. Use it when a payment to National Bank of Vanuatu Limited does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use NBOVVUVUXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NBOVVUVUXXX against the details from National Bank of Vanuatu Limited before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Vanuatu Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Vanuatu with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does National Bank of Vanuatu Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, NBOVVUVUXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for National Bank of Vanuatu Limited in Vanuatu, so there is no branch code to choose.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Vanuatu Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBOVVUVUXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Vanuatu uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of NBOVVUVUXXX mean?
NBOV is the institution code of National Bank of Vanuatu Limited, VU is the ISO code of Vanuatu, VU is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.