SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51ELT
GENODE51ELT belongs to Rb Rheingau Taunus EG in Eltville, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51ELT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | ELT |
| Bank | Rb Rheingau Taunus EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Eltville |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Rb Rheingau Taunus EG SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- ELT 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51ELT?
GENODE51ELT identifies Rb Rheingau Taunus EG, a unit of Rb Rheingau Taunus EG in Eltville, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter GENODE51ELT incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODE51ELT against the details from Rb Rheingau Taunus EG before sending.
Does Rb Rheingau Taunus EG use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODE51ELT is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Rb Rheingau Taunus EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in GENODE51ELT mean?
GENO is the bank code of Rb Rheingau Taunus EG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and ELT identifies the branch Rb Rheingau Taunus EG.
Do I need GENODE51ELT to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need GENODE51ELT.
How long does a transfer to Rb Rheingau Taunus EG take in Germany?
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.