SWIFT/BIC code PPBLVUVUXXX
PPBLVUVUXXX belongs to Pacific Private Bank Limited in Port Vila, Vanuatu.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PPBLVUVUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PPBLVUVU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pacific Private Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Port Vila |
| Country | Vanuatu |
The way the Pacific Private Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PPBL 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code PPBLVUVUXXX?
PPBLVUVUXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Pacific Private Bank Limited in Port Vila, Vanuatu. Use it when you send money to an account at Pacific Private Bank Limited.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Pacific Private Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PPBLVUVUXXX, 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 do the letters in PPBLVUVUXXX stand for?
PPBL is the bank code of Pacific Private Bank Limited, VU stands for Vanuatu, VU is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Pacific Private Bank Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use PPBLVUVUXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PPBLVUVUXXX with the recipient before sending.
Is PPBLVUVU and PPBLVUVUXXX the same code?
Yes. PPBLVUVU is the 8-character version of PPBLVUVUXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Pacific Private Bank Limited in Port Vila.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.