SWIFT/BIC code VMBSJMKNXXX
VMBSJMKNXXX belongs to Victoria Mutual Building Society in Kingston, Jamaica.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VMBSJMKNXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VMBSJMKN |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Victoria Mutual Building Society |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kingston |
| Country | Jamaica |
How the Victoria Mutual Building Society SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VMBS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KN 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 institution is behind BIC VMBSJMKNXXX?
The code VMBSJMKNXXX belongs to the headquarters of Victoria Mutual Building Society in Kingston, Jamaica. Use it when a payment to Victoria Mutual Building Society does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Victoria Mutual Building Society?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Victoria Mutual Building Society in Jamaica?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Jamaica with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Victoria Mutual Building Society?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code VMBSJMKNXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Jamaica is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in VMBSJMKNXXX stand for?
VMBS is the bank code of Victoria Mutual Building Society, JM is the ISO code of Jamaica, KN is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use VMBSJMKNXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check VMBSJMKNXXX against the details from Victoria Mutual Building Society before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.