SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51MBT
GENODE51MBT belongs to Vr Bank Saarpfalz EG in Homburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51MBT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | MBT |
| Bank | Vr Bank Saarpfalz EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Homburg |
| Country | Germany |
How the Vr Bank Saarpfalz 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.
- MBT 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51MBT?
The code GENODE51MBT belongs to Vr Bank Saarpfalz EG, a unit of Vr Bank Saarpfalz EG in Homburg, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use GENODE51 instead of GENODE51MBT?
GENODE51 points to the head office of Vr Bank Saarpfalz EG, while GENODE51MBT is Vr Bank Saarpfalz EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODE51MBT.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Vr Bank Saarpfalz EG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% 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 does each part of GENODE51MBT mean?
GENO is the bank code of Vr Bank Saarpfalz EG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the location code and MBT is the code of the branch Vr Bank Saarpfalz EG.
How long does a transfer to Vr Bank Saarpfalz EG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODE51MBT to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need GENODE51MBT.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.