SWIFT/BIC code VIPSNL21XXX
VIPSNL21XXX belongs to Vw International Payment Services in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VIPSNL21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VIPSNL21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vw International Payment Services |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
The way the Vw International Payment Services SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VIPS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NL 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 uses BIC VIPSNL21XXX?
VIPSNL21XXX identifies the headquarters of Vw International Payment Services in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It is the code to use when a payment to Vw International Payment Services does not need a specific branch.
Does Vw International Payment Services have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, VIPSNL21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Vw International Payment Services in Netherlands, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Vw International Payment Services?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Are VIPSNL21 and VIPSNL21XXX the same code?
Yes. VIPSNL21 is the short version of VIPSNL21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Vw International Payment Services in Amsterdam.
How long does it take to send money to Vw International Payment Services in Netherlands?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need VIPSNL21XXX to send euros to Netherlands?
Netherlands is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need VIPSNL21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.