SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51BIK
GENODE51BIK belongs to Vr Bank Biedenkopf-Gladenbach EG in Biedenkopf, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51BIK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | BIK |
| Bank | Vr Bank Biedenkopf-Gladenbach EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Biedenkopf |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr Bank Biedenkopf-Gladenbach 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.
- BIK 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51BIK?
GENODE51BIK identifies Vr Bank Biedenkopf-Gladenbach EG, a branch or department of Vr Bank Biedenkopf-Gladenbach EG in Biedenkopf, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of GENODE51BIK stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Vr Bank Biedenkopf-Gladenbach EG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and BIK identifies the branch Vr Bank Biedenkopf-Gladenbach EG.
Does Vr Bank Biedenkopf-Gladenbach EG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODE51BIK is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Vr Bank Biedenkopf-Gladenbach EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
Can I use GENODE51 instead of GENODE51BIK?
GENODE51 points to the head office of Vr Bank Biedenkopf-Gladenbach EG, while GENODE51BIK points to Vr Bank Biedenkopf-Gladenbach EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODE51BIK.
What happens if I enter GENODE51BIK with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODE51BIK against the details from Vr Bank Biedenkopf-Gladenbach EG before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Vr Bank Biedenkopf-Gladenbach EG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.