SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51ALS
GENODE51ALS belongs to Vr Bank Hessenland EG in Alsfeld, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51ALS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | ALS |
| Bank | Vr Bank Hessenland EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Alsfeld |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr Bank Hessenland EG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GENO 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.
- ALS 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 code GENODE51ALS?
The code GENODE51ALS belongs to Vr Bank Hessenland EG, a branch or department of Vr Bank Hessenland EG in Alsfeld, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use GENODE51 instead of GENODE51ALS?
GENODE51 points to the main office of Vr Bank Hessenland EG, while GENODE51ALS points to Vr Bank Hessenland EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODE51ALS.
Has Vr Bank Hessenland EG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Vr Bank Hessenland EG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Vr Bank Hessenland EG.
How long does it take to send money to Vr Bank Hessenland EG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODE51ALS for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GENODE51ALS.
What do the letters in GENODE51ALS stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Vr Bank Hessenland EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and ALS is the code of the department Vr Bank Hessenland EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.