SWIFT/BIC code VVNBRU21XXX
VVNBRU21XXX belongs to Vvnb in Nizhniy Novgorod, Russia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VVNBRU21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VVNBRU21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vvnb |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nizhniy Novgorod |
| Country | Russia |
How the Vvnb SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VVNB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- RU 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code VVNBRU21XXX?
The code VVNBRU21XXX belongs to the head office of Vvnb in Nizhniy Novgorod, Russia. Use it when you send money to an account at Vvnb.
Is VVNBRU21 and VVNBRU21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VVNBRU21 is the 8-character version of VVNBRU21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Vvnb in Nizhniy Novgorod.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Vvnb?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code VVNBRU21XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Russia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Vvnb in Russia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Russia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of VVNBRU21XXX stand for?
VVNB is the institution code of Vvnb, RU is the ISO code of Russia, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
How long does a transfer to Vvnb take in Russia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.