SWIFT/BIC code VICNIE21XXX
VICNIE21XXX belongs to Virginia Credit Union Limited in Virginia, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VICNIE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VICNIE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Virginia Credit Union Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Virginia |
| Country | Ireland |
The way the Virginia Credit Union Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VICN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 SWIFT code VICNIE21XXX?
VICNIE21XXX identifies the headquarters of Virginia Credit Union Limited in Virginia, Ireland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Virginia Credit Union Limited.
What happens if I use VICNIE21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check VICNIE21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Virginia Credit Union Limited in Ireland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is VICNIE21 and VICNIE21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VICNIE21 is the 8-character version of VICNIE21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Virginia Credit Union Limited in Virginia.
Do I need VICNIE21XXX to send euros to Ireland?
Ireland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need VICNIE21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Virginia Credit Union Limited take in Ireland?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.