SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51BEC
GENODE51BEC belongs to Volksbank Bechteim EG in Bechtheim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51BEC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | BEC |
| Bank | Volksbank Bechteim EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bechtheim |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Bechteim EG SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- BEC 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51BEC?
GENODE51BEC identifies Volksbank Bechteim EG, part of Volksbank Bechteim EG in Bechtheim, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use GENODE51BEC incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODE51BEC against the details from Volksbank Bechteim EG before you confirm.
Does Volksbank Bechteim EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODE51BEC is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volksbank Bechteim EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Bechteim EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODE51BEC to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need GENODE51BEC.
What do the letters in GENODE51BEC stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Bechteim EG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and BEC identifies the department Volksbank Bechteim EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.