SWIFT/BIC code VOCHDE81XXX
VOCHDE81XXX belongs to Volksbank Chemnitz EG in Annaberg-Buchholz, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VOCHDE81XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VOCHDE81 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Volksbank Chemnitz EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Annaberg-Buchholz |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Chemnitz EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VOCH 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 code VOCHDE81XXX?
VOCHDE81XXX identifies the main office of Volksbank Chemnitz EG in Annaberg-Buchholz, Germany. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Volksbank Chemnitz EG.
What does each part of VOCHDE81XXX mean?
VOCH is the bank code of Volksbank Chemnitz EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 81 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Is VOCHDE81 and VOCHDE81XXX the same code?
Yes. VOCHDE81 is the 8-character version of VOCHDE81XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Volksbank Chemnitz EG in Annaberg-Buchholz.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Chemnitz EG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need VOCHDE81XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need VOCHDE81XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Chemnitz EG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.