SWIFT/BIC code VGBCPHM1XXX
VGBCPHM1XXX belongs to Vigan Banco Rural Incorporada in Vigan, Philippines.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VGBCPHM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VGBCPHM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vigan Banco Rural Incorporada |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vigan |
| Country | Philippines |
How the Vigan Banco Rural Incorporada SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VGBC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code VGBCPHM1XXX?
VGBCPHM1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Vigan Banco Rural Incorporada in Vigan, Philippines. Use it when a payment to Vigan Banco Rural Incorporada does not need a specific branch.
Does Vigan Banco Rural Incorporada have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – VGBCPHM1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Vigan Banco Rural Incorporada in Philippines, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Vigan Banco Rural Incorporada in Philippines?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Philippine Peso with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Vigan Banco Rural Incorporada in Philippines?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Vigan Banco Rural Incorporada?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code VGBCPHM1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Philippines uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of VGBCPHM1XXX stand for?
VGBC is the bank code of Vigan Banco Rural Incorporada, PH is the ISO code of Philippines, M1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.