SWIFT/BIC code VBGTDE3MXXX
VBGTDE3MXXX belongs to Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG in Guetersloh, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VBGTDE3MXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VBGTDE3M |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Guetersloh |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VBGT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 3M 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 VBGTDE3MXXX?
The code VBGTDE3MXXX belongs to the head office of Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG in Guetersloh, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need VBGTDE3MXXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need VBGTDE3MXXX.
Is VBGTDE3M and VBGTDE3MXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VBGTDE3M is the 8-character version of VBGTDE3MXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG in Guetersloh.
What happens if I enter VBGTDE3MXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check VBGTDE3MXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.