SWIFT/BIC code VOKSDE51XXX
VOKSDE51XXX belongs to Volksbank EG in Markdorf, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VOKSDE51XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VOKSDE51 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Volksbank EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Markdorf |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VOKS 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code VOKSDE51XXX?
VOKSDE51XXX identifies the headquarters of Volksbank EG in Markdorf, Germany. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Volksbank EG.
What does each part of VOKSDE51XXX stand for?
VOKS is the bank code of Volksbank EG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank EG?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Are VOKSDE51 and VOKSDE51XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VOKSDE51 is the 8-character version of VOKSDE51XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Volksbank EG in Markdorf.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need VOKSDE51XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need VOKSDE51XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.