SWIFT/BIC code VOSTAT21XXX
VOSTAT21XXX belongs to Volksbank Ost in Schwechat, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VOSTAT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VOSTAT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Volksbank Ost |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Schwechat |
| Country | Austria |
How the Volksbank Ost SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VOST Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AT 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code VOSTAT21XXX?
The code VOSTAT21XXX belongs to the head office of Volksbank Ost in Schwechat, Austria. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Volksbank Ost.
Does Volksbank Ost have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, VOSTAT21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volksbank Ost in Austria, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of VOSTAT21XXX stand for?
VOST is the institution code of Volksbank Ost, AT is the ISO code of Austria, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I enter VOSTAT21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check VOSTAT21XXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Ost?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Are VOSTAT21 and VOSTAT21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. VOSTAT21 is the 8-character version of VOSTAT21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Volksbank Ost in Schwechat.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.