SWIFT/BIC code VOWAES21XXX
VOWAES21XXX belongs to Volkswagen Bank GMBH Spanish Branch in Alcobendas, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VOWAES21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VOWAES21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Volkswagen Bank GMBH Spanish Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Alcobendas |
| Country | Spain |
How the Volkswagen Bank GMBH Spanish Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VOWA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ES 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 is behind SWIFT code VOWAES21XXX?
VOWAES21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Volkswagen Bank GMBH Spanish Branch in Alcobendas, Spain. Use it when a payment to Volkswagen Bank GMBH Spanish Branch does not need a specific branch.
Are VOWAES21 and VOWAES21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VOWAES21 is the short version of VOWAES21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Volkswagen Bank GMBH Spanish Branch in Alcobendas.
How long does it take to send money to Volkswagen Bank GMBH Spanish Branch in Spain?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need VOWAES21XXX for a euro transfer to Spain?
Spain 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 VOWAES21XXX.
Does Volkswagen Bank GMBH Spanish Branch use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – VOWAES21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volkswagen Bank GMBH Spanish Branch in Spain, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter VOWAES21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check VOWAES21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.