SWIFT/BIC code VBANDEMMXXX
VBANDEMMXXX belongs to V-Bank AG in Muenchen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VBANDEMMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VBANDEMM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | V-Bank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Muenchen |
| Country | Germany |
How the V-Bank AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VBAN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MM 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 bank is behind BIC VBANDEMMXXX?
VBANDEMMXXX identifies the headquarters of V-Bank AG in Muenchen, Germany. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at V-Bank AG.
Do I need VBANDEMMXXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need VBANDEMMXXX.
How long does it take to send money to V-Bank AG?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are VBANDEMM and VBANDEMMXXX the same code?
Yes. VBANDEMM is the short version of VBANDEMMXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to V-Bank AG in Muenchen.
What happens if I enter VBANDEMMXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check VBANDEMMXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to V-Bank AG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.