Banco Vimenca SWIFT Code in the Dominican Republic

Q: Do I need a SWIFT/BIC code for international money transfers to Banco Vimenca in the Dominican Republic?

Yes, international transfers to Banco Vimenca require a SWIFT code to be processed. Without one, the funds won’t reach the intended destination. VIMEDOSDXXX is Banco Vimenca’s primary SWIFT code in the Dominican Republic.

Q: How do I find a SWIFT code for Banco Vimenca?

The person receiving the funds will have it. Banco Vimenca customers can retrieve their branch SWIFT code from a bank statement or directly through their online banking account. Western Union's bank codes guide offers another reference point.

Q: Do all banks have a SWIFT code?

Most banks that handle international payments are part of the SWIFT network and have their own code. Depending on where you're sending money, you may need additional details, like an IBAN. For a closer look at how SWIFT codes and IBANs compare, see our guide on SWIFT codes vs. IBANs .

Q: Is a SWIFT code the same for all branches?

It varies. Some banks maintain unique SWIFT codes for individual branches in addition to the main one. When a branch code can't be confirmed, VIMEDOSDXXX is the default code for Banco Vimenca transfers.

VIMEDOSDXXX

VIMEDOSDXXX consists of four parts: VIME represents Banco Vimenca, DO shows the Dominican Republic, SD points to Santo Domingo as the location, and XXX completes the code as the head office identifier.

Vimenca SWIFT code details

Bank Name	Banco Vimenca
SWIFT/BIC code	VIMEDOSDXXX
Bank address	Av. Abraham Lincoln 306
City	Santo Domingo
Country	Dominican Republic

Why do I need a Vimenca SWIFT code?

A SWIFT/BIC code is the international identifier banks use to route cross-border transfers to the right institution. VIMEDOSDXXX is the code that tells the global banking network a payment is headed to Banco Vimenca in the Dominican Republic.

Recipients can find their Vimenca SWIFT code on a bank statement or through their online banking account.

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How to find a local branch SWIFT code for Vimenca

Reach out to your recipient

Ask for their Banco Vimenca account number and the SWIFT/BIC code. A bank statement or Banco Vimenca online banking will have what you need.

Verify the right branch SWIFT code

Banco Vimenca branches in the Dominican Republic may carry their own Vimenca SWIFT code. When the branch code can’t be confirmed, the head office code VIMEDOSDXXX works for most transfers.

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Enter your recipient’s bank account transfer details, fund your transfer, and send. When you send with Western Union, we’ll populate the SWIFT code for you based on the bank name and account details.

Understanding SWIFT codes

SWIFT codes are 8 to 11 characters long, and each segment carries a specific meaning:

1 – Bank code (4 letters)

VIME represents Banco Vimenca.

2 – Country code (2 letters)

DO stands for the Dominican Republic.

3 – Location code (2 letters or numbers)

This indicates the bank’s city or regional office, SD in this case for Santo Domingo.

4 – Branch code (3 character)

These identify a specific branch, and an XXX suffix marks the bank’s head office.

If you don’t have a branch-specific code, the primary Banco Vimenca SWIFT code in the Dominican Republic is VIMEDOSDXXX.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a SWIFT/BIC code for international money transfers to Banco Vimenca in the Dominican Republic?

How do I find a SWIFT code for Banco Vimenca?

Do all banks have a SWIFT code?

Is a SWIFT code the same for all branches?

This content is for informational purposes only. Western Union does not require you add bank codes when performing an international money transfer.

SWIFT/BIC Code for Banco Vimenca in the Dominican Republic