SWIFT/BIC code VORTDE21XXX
VORTDE21XXX belongs to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Itzehoe in Itzehoe, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VORTDE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VORTDE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Itzehoe |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Itzehoe |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Itzehoe SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VORT 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 bank uses BIC VORTDE21XXX?
The code VORTDE21XXX belongs to the main office of Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Itzehoe in Itzehoe, Germany. Use it when a payment to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Itzehoe does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter VORTDE21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check VORTDE21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Are VORTDE21 and VORTDE21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VORTDE21 is the short version of VORTDE21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Itzehoe in Itzehoe.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Itzehoe in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need VORTDE21XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need VORTDE21XXX.
What does each part of VORTDE21XXX stand for?
VORT is the bank code of Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Itzehoe, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.