SWIFT/BIC code VBMHDE5FXXX
VBMHDE5FXXX belongs to Volksbank Mittelhessen EG in Giessen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VBMHDE5FXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VBMHDE5F |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Volksbank Mittelhessen EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Giessen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Mittelhessen EG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VBMH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 5F 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 code VBMHDE5FXXX?
VBMHDE5FXXX identifies the headquarters of Volksbank Mittelhessen EG in Giessen, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Volksbank Mittelhessen EG does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Mittelhessen EG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is VBMHDE5F and VBMHDE5FXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VBMHDE5F is the 8-character version of VBMHDE5FXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Volksbank Mittelhessen EG in Giessen.
Do I need VBMHDE5FXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need VBMHDE5FXXX.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Mittelhessen EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use VBMHDE5FXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check VBMHDE5FXXX 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.