SWIFT/BIC code VBAAVNVX640
VBAAVNVX640 belongs to Vietnam Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development in Ba Ria, Vietnam.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VBAAVNVX640 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VBAAVNVX |
| Branch code | 640 |
| Bank | Vietnam Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development |
| Branch | Baria Vungtau Branch |
| City | Ba Ria |
| Country | Vietnam |
The way the Vietnam Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VBAA 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.
- 640 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 bank uses BIC VBAAVNVX640?
The code VBAAVNVX640 belongs to Baria Vungtau Branch, a branch or department of Vietnam Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development in Ba Ria, Vietnam. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Vietnam Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development in Vietnam?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Vietnam with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of VBAAVNVX640 mean?
VBAA is the institution code of Vietnam Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development, VN is the ISO code of Vietnam, VX is the code for the city or region and 640 identifies the branch Baria Vungtau Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Vietnam Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code VBAAVNVX640, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Vietnam uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use VBAAVNVX instead of VBAAVNVX640?
VBAAVNVX is the main office of Vietnam Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development, while VBAAVNVX640 points to Baria Vungtau Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention VBAAVNVX640.
How long does a transfer to Vietnam Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development take in Vietnam?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.