SWIFT/BIC code VNPTVNV1XXX
VNPTVNV1XXX belongs to Vietnam Post in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VNPTVNV1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VNPTVNV1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vietnam Post |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hanoi |
| Country | Vietnam |
The way the Vietnam Post SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VNPT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- VN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- V1 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 VNPTVNV1XXX?
The code VNPTVNV1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Vietnam Post in Hanoi, Vietnam. Use it when a payment to Vietnam Post does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in VNPTVNV1XXX stand for?
VNPT is the institution code of Vietnam Post, VN is the ISO code of Vietnam, V1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Vietnam Post?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code VNPTVNV1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Vietnam uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Vietnam Post?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use VNPTVNV1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check VNPTVNV1XXX against the details from Vietnam Post before sending.
Does Vietnam Post use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, VNPTVNV1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Vietnam Post in Vietnam, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.