SWIFT/BIC code VRCHDE51XXX
VRCHDE51XXX belongs to Vr-Bank Chattengau EG in Wabern, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VRCHDE51XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VRCHDE51 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vr-Bank Chattengau EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Wabern |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr-Bank Chattengau EG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VRCH 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code VRCHDE51XXX?
VRCHDE51XXX identifies the main office of Vr-Bank Chattengau EG in Wabern, Germany. Use it when a payment to Vr-Bank Chattengau EG does not need a specific branch.
Do I need VRCHDE51XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need VRCHDE51XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Vr-Bank Chattengau EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are VRCHDE51 and VRCHDE51XXX the same code?
Yes. VRCHDE51 is the short version of VRCHDE51XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Vr-Bank Chattengau EG in Wabern.
What does each part of VRCHDE51XXX stand for?
VRCH is the bank code of Vr-Bank Chattengau EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 51 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I use VRCHDE51XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check VRCHDE51XXX against the details from Vr-Bank Chattengau EG before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.