SWIFT/BIC code VOAEDE81XXX
VOAEDE81XXX belongs to Volksbank Langen-Gersten EG in Gersten, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VOAEDE81XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VOAEDE81 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Volksbank Langen-Gersten EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Gersten |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Langen-Gersten EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VOAE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 81 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code VOAEDE81XXX?
VOAEDE81XXX identifies the headquarters of Volksbank Langen-Gersten EG in Gersten, Germany. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Volksbank Langen-Gersten EG.
Are VOAEDE81 and VOAEDE81XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VOAEDE81 is the 8-character version of VOAEDE81XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Volksbank Langen-Gersten EG in Gersten.
Do I need VOAEDE81XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need VOAEDE81XXX.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Langen-Gersten EG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter VOAEDE81XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check VOAEDE81XXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Langen-Gersten EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.