SWIFT/BIC code VIRDISR1XXX
VIRDISR1XXX belongs to Virding Hf. in Reykjavik, Iceland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VIRDISR1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VIRDISR1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Virding Hf. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Reykjavik |
| Country | Iceland |
The way the Virding Hf. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VIRD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- R1 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/BIC code VIRDISR1XXX?
VIRDISR1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Virding Hf. in Reykjavik, Iceland. It is the code to use when a payment to Virding Hf. does not need a specific branch.
Is VIRDISR1 and VIRDISR1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. VIRDISR1 is the 8-character version of VIRDISR1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Virding Hf. in Reykjavik.
Do I need VIRDISR1XXX for a euro transfer to Iceland?
Iceland belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need VIRDISR1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Virding Hf. in Iceland?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Virding Hf.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Iceland with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter VIRDISR1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check VIRDISR1XXX against the details from Virding Hf. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.