SWIFT/BIC code VOVBAT2BHOH
VOVBAT2BHOH belongs to Volksbank Vorarlberg E.gen. in Hohenems, Austria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VOVBAT2BHOH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VOVBAT2B |
| Branch code | HOH |
| Bank | Volksbank Vorarlberg E.gen. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hohenems |
| Country | Austria |
The way the Volksbank Vorarlberg E.gen. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VOVB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2B Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- HOH 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 branch is behind SWIFT code VOVBAT2BHOH?
VOVBAT2BHOH is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Vorarlberg E.gen., a unit of Volksbank Vorarlberg E.gen. in Hohenems, Austria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need VOVBAT2BHOH to send euros to Austria?
Austria is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need VOVBAT2BHOH.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Vorarlberg E.gen. take in Austria?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Vorarlberg E.gen.?
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.
Can I use VOVBAT2B instead of VOVBAT2BHOH?
VOVBAT2B points to the head office of Volksbank Vorarlberg E.gen., while VOVBAT2BHOH is Volksbank Vorarlberg E.gen.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention VOVBAT2BHOH.
What happens if I use VOVBAT2BHOH with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check VOVBAT2BHOH with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.