SWIFT/BIC code VIRSUS31XXX

VIRSUS31XXX belongs to Virginia Retirement System in Richmond,va, United States.

VIRSUS31XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeVIRSUS31XXX
8-character codeVIRSUS31
Branch codeXXX
BankVirginia Retirement System
BranchHead office
CityRichmond,va
CountryUnited States

The way the Virginia Retirement System SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

VIRS Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
US Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
31 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 SWIFT code VIRSUS31XXX?

The code VIRSUS31XXX belongs to the head office of Virginia Retirement System in Richmond,va, United States. Use it when a payment to Virginia Retirement System does not need a specific branch.

Does Virginia Retirement System use a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – VIRSUS31XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Virginia Retirement System in United States, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

What happens if I enter VIRSUS31XXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check VIRSUS31XXX against the details from Virginia Retirement System before you confirm.

Are VIRSUS31 and VIRSUS31XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. VIRSUS31 is the short version of VIRSUS31XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Virginia Retirement System in Richmond,va.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Virginia Retirement System in United States?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to Virginia Retirement System take in United States?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.