SWIFT/BIC code VATIVAV1XXX
VATIVAV1XXX belongs to Poste Vaticane in Citta del Vaticano, Vatican City.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VATIVAV1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VATIVAV1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Poste Vaticane |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Citta del Vaticano |
| Country | Vatican City |
The way the Poste Vaticane SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VATI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- VA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- V1 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 VATIVAV1XXX?
The code VATIVAV1XXX belongs to the main office of Poste Vaticane in Citta del Vaticano, Vatican City. Use it when a payment to Poste Vaticane does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Poste Vaticane in Vatican City?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter VATIVAV1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check VATIVAV1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Poste Vaticane use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – VATIVAV1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Poste Vaticane in Vatican City, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is VATIVAV1 and VATIVAV1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. VATIVAV1 is the 8-character version of VATIVAV1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Poste Vaticane in Citta del Vaticano.
Do I need VATIVAV1XXX to send euros to Vatican City?
Vatican City is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need VATIVAV1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.