SWIFT/BIC code VOGTDE21XXX
VOGTDE21XXX belongs to Volksbank Goettingen EG in Northeim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VOGTDE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VOGTDE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Volksbank Goettingen EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Northeim |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Goettingen EG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VOGT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 VOGTDE21XXX?
The code VOGTDE21XXX belongs to the head office of Volksbank Goettingen EG in Northeim, Germany. Use it when a payment to Volksbank Goettingen EG does not need a specific branch.
Are VOGTDE21 and VOGTDE21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VOGTDE21 is the 8-character version of VOGTDE21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Volksbank Goettingen EG in Northeim.
Do I need VOGTDE21XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need VOGTDE21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Goettingen EG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Goettingen EG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in VOGTDE21XXX stand for?
VOGT is the bank code of Volksbank Goettingen EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.