SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51MIY
GENODE51MIY belongs to Volksbank Odenwald EG in Hoechst, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51MIY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | MIY |
| Bank | Volksbank Odenwald EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hoechst |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Odenwald 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.
- MIY 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 BIC GENODE51MIY?
GENODE51MIY is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Odenwald EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Odenwald EG in Hoechst, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Odenwald EG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Odenwald EG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODE51MIY for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need GENODE51MIY.
Can I use GENODE51 instead of GENODE51MIY?
GENODE51 is the main office of Volksbank Odenwald EG, while GENODE51MIY is Volksbank Odenwald EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODE51MIY.
What do the letters in GENODE51MIY mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Odenwald EG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and MIY identifies the branch Volksbank Odenwald EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.