SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51HER
GENODE51HER belongs to Volksbank Herborn-Eschenburg EG in Herborn, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51HER |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | HER |
| Bank | Volksbank Herborn-Eschenburg EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Herborn |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Herborn-Eschenburg 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.
- HER 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 code GENODE51HER?
GENODE51HER is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Herborn-Eschenburg EG, a unit of Volksbank Herborn-Eschenburg EG in Herborn, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use GENODE51 instead of GENODE51HER?
GENODE51 is the head office of Volksbank Herborn-Eschenburg EG, while GENODE51HER points to Volksbank Herborn-Eschenburg EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODE51HER.
Does Volksbank Herborn-Eschenburg EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODE51HER is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volksbank Herborn-Eschenburg EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Herborn-Eschenburg EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use GENODE51HER incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODE51HER against the details from Volksbank Herborn-Eschenburg EG before you confirm.
What do the letters in GENODE51HER stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Herborn-Eschenburg EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and HER is the code of the department Volksbank Herborn-Eschenburg EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.