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SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51BUE

GENODE51BUE belongs to Volksbank EG in Buedingen, Germany.

GENODE51BUE

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODE51BUE
8-character codeGENODE51
Branch codeBUE
BankVolksbank EG
Branch—
CityBuedingen
CountryGermany

The way the Volksbank 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.
BUE 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 BIC GENODE51BUE?

GENODE51BUE identifies Volksbank EG, a branch or department of Volksbank EG in Buedingen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use GENODE51 instead of GENODE51BUE?

GENODE51 is the head office of Volksbank EG, while GENODE51BUE points to Volksbank EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODE51BUE.

What happens if I use GENODE51BUE with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODE51BUE against the details from Volksbank EG before sending.

Do I need GENODE51BUE to send euros 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. For other currencies you still need GENODE51BUE.

How long does a transfer to Volksbank EG take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does Volksbank EG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 35 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.