SWIFT/BIC code VANTVUVUXXX
VANTVUVUXXX belongs to Vantu Bank Limited in Port Vila, Vanuatu.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VANTVUVUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VANTVUVU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vantu Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Port Vila |
| Country | Vanuatu |
How the Vantu Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VANT 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/BIC code VANTVUVUXXX?
VANTVUVUXXX identifies the main office of Vantu Bank Limited in Port Vila, Vanuatu. It is the code to use when a payment to Vantu Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Vantu Bank Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Vanuatu with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Vantu Bank Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – VANTVUVUXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Vantu Bank Limited in Vanuatu, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are VANTVUVU and VANTVUVUXXX the same code?
Yes. VANTVUVU is the short version of VANTVUVUXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Vantu Bank Limited in Port Vila.
How long does a transfer to Vantu Bank Limited take in Vanuatu?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use VANTVUVUXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check VANTVUVUXXX against the details from Vantu Bank Limited before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.