SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51BIV
GENODE51BIV belongs to Birsteiner Volksbank EG in Birstein, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51BIV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | BIV |
| Bank | Birsteiner Volksbank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Birstein |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Birsteiner Volksbank 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.
- BIV 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 uses SWIFT code GENODE51BIV?
GENODE51BIV is the SWIFT/BIC code of Birsteiner Volksbank EG, part of Birsteiner Volksbank EG in Birstein, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Birsteiner Volksbank EG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODE51BIV to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need GENODE51BIV.
What is the best way to send money to Birsteiner Volksbank EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use GENODE51 instead of GENODE51BIV?
GENODE51 points to the head office of Birsteiner Volksbank EG, while GENODE51BIV is Birsteiner Volksbank EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODE51BIV.
Does Birsteiner Volksbank EG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODE51BIV is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Birsteiner Volksbank EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.