SWIFT/BIC code VOLRDE81XXX

VOLRDE81XXX belongs to Volksbank Lauterecken EG in Otterbach, Germany.

VOLRDE81XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeVOLRDE81XXX
8-character codeVOLRDE81
Branch codeXXX
BankVolksbank Lauterecken EG
BranchHead office
CityOtterbach
CountryGermany

The way the Volksbank Lauterecken EG SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

VOLR 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 bank uses BIC VOLRDE81XXX?

VOLRDE81XXX identifies the headquarters of Volksbank Lauterecken EG in Otterbach, Germany. Use it when a payment to Volksbank Lauterecken EG does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I enter VOLRDE81XXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check VOLRDE81XXX against the details from Volksbank Lauterecken EG before sending.

What do the letters in VOLRDE81XXX mean?

VOLR is the institution code of Volksbank Lauterecken EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 81 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.

Does Volksbank Lauterecken EG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Lauterecken EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Lauterecken EG.

Do I need VOLRDE81XXX to send euros to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need VOLRDE81XXX.

How long does a transfer to Volksbank Lauterecken EG take in Germany?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. 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.