SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51OBY
GENODE51OBY belongs to Raiffeisenbank Oberursel EG in Wehrheim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51OBY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | OBY |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Oberursel EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Wehrheim |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Raiffeisenbank Oberursel EG 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.
- OBY 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 GENODE51OBY?
The code GENODE51OBY belongs to Raiffeisenbank Oberursel EG, part of Raiffeisenbank Oberursel EG in Wehrheim, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter GENODE51OBY incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODE51OBY against the details from Raiffeisenbank Oberursel EG before you confirm.
What does each part of GENODE51OBY stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Raiffeisenbank Oberursel EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and OBY identifies the department Raiffeisenbank Oberursel EG.
Can I use GENODE51 instead of GENODE51OBY?
GENODE51 is the head office of Raiffeisenbank Oberursel EG, while GENODE51OBY points to Raiffeisenbank Oberursel EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODE51OBY if the recipient asks for it.
Does Raiffeisenbank Oberursel EG use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODE51OBY is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Raiffeisenbank Oberursel EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisenbank Oberursel EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.