SWIFT/BIC code VOWAFR21XXX
VOWAFR21XXX belongs to Volkswagen Bank in Saint Denis, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VOWAFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VOWAFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Volkswagen Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Saint Denis |
| Country | France |
The way the Volkswagen Bank 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.
- FR 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 VOWAFR21XXX?
VOWAFR21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Volkswagen Bank in Saint Denis, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Volkswagen Bank.
Do I need VOWAFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need VOWAFR21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Volkswagen Bank take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is VOWAFR21 and VOWAFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VOWAFR21 is the short version of VOWAFR21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Volkswagen Bank in Saint Denis.
What do the letters in VOWAFR21XXX stand for?
VOWA is the institution code of Volkswagen Bank, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Volkswagen Bank in France?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.