SWIFT/BIC code VRAKDE51XXX
VRAKDE51XXX belongs to Vr-Bank EG in Kleinostheim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VRAKDE51XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VRAKDE51 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vr-Bank EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kleinostheim |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr-Bank EG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VRAK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 51 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 VRAKDE51XXX?
The code VRAKDE51XXX belongs to the headquarters of Vr-Bank EG in Kleinostheim, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Vr-Bank EG.
Is VRAKDE51 and VRAKDE51XXX the same code?
Yes. VRAKDE51 is the 8-character version of VRAKDE51XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Vr-Bank EG in Kleinostheim.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Vr-Bank EG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need VRAKDE51XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need VRAKDE51XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Vr-Bank EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of VRAKDE51XXX stand for?
VRAK is the institution code of Vr-Bank EG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.