SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51BHY
GENODE51BHY belongs to Vr-Bank Bad Hersfeld-Rotenburg EG in Kirchheim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51BHY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | BHY |
| Bank | Vr-Bank Bad Hersfeld-Rotenburg EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kirchheim |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr-Bank Bad Hersfeld-Rotenburg EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- BHY 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 is behind SWIFT code GENODE51BHY?
GENODE51BHY identifies Vr-Bank Bad Hersfeld-Rotenburg EG, a branch or department of Vr-Bank Bad Hersfeld-Rotenburg EG in Kirchheim, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Vr-Bank Bad Hersfeld-Rotenburg EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODE51BHY is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Vr-Bank Bad Hersfeld-Rotenburg EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Vr-Bank Bad Hersfeld-Rotenburg EG take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODE51BHY for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need GENODE51BHY.
What happens if I use GENODE51BHY incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODE51BHY against the details from Vr-Bank Bad Hersfeld-Rotenburg EG before you confirm.
Can I use GENODE51 instead of GENODE51BHY?
GENODE51 is the head office of Vr-Bank Bad Hersfeld-Rotenburg EG, while GENODE51BHY is Vr-Bank Bad Hersfeld-Rotenburg EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODE51BHY.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.