SWIFT/BIC code VOARDE51XXX
VOARDE51XXX belongs to Volksbank Saarlouis in Voelklingen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VOARDE51XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VOARDE51 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Volksbank Saarlouis |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Voelklingen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Saarlouis SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VOAR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 51 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 SWIFT/BIC code VOARDE51XXX?
VOARDE51XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Volksbank Saarlouis in Voelklingen, Germany. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Volksbank Saarlouis.
Is VOARDE51 and VOARDE51XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. VOARDE51 is the 8-character version of VOARDE51XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Volksbank Saarlouis in Voelklingen.
Do I need VOARDE51XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need VOARDE51XXX.
What does each part of VOARDE51XXX mean?
VOAR is the institution code of Volksbank Saarlouis, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Saarlouis take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter VOARDE51XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check VOARDE51XXX against the details from Volksbank Saarlouis before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.