SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51KEL
GENODE51KEL belongs to Volksbank Main-Taunus in Kelkheim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51KEL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | KEL |
| Bank | Volksbank Main-Taunus |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kelkheim |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Main-Taunus 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.
- KEL 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 SWIFT code GENODE51KEL?
GENODE51KEL identifies Volksbank Main-Taunus, a branch or department of Volksbank Main-Taunus in Kelkheim, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODE51KEL mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Main-Taunus, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and KEL identifies the branch Volksbank Main-Taunus.
What happens if I use GENODE51KEL incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODE51KEL with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Volksbank Main-Taunus have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODE51KEL is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Volksbank Main-Taunus in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Main-Taunus in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use GENODE51 instead of GENODE51KEL?
GENODE51 is the head office of Volksbank Main-Taunus, while GENODE51KEL points to Volksbank Main-Taunus. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GENODE51KEL if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.