SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51ORA
GENODE51ORA belongs to Volksbank Modau EG in Ober-Ramstadt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51ORA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | ORA |
| Bank | Volksbank Modau EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Ober-Ramstadt |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Modau 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.
- ORA 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 GENODE51ORA?
The code GENODE51ORA belongs to Volksbank Modau EG, a unit of Volksbank Modau EG in Ober-Ramstadt, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use GENODE51ORA with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODE51ORA against the details from Volksbank Modau EG before sending.
Do I need GENODE51ORA for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need GENODE51ORA.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Modau EG?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use GENODE51 instead of GENODE51ORA?
GENODE51 is the main office of Volksbank Modau EG, while GENODE51ORA points to Volksbank Modau EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODE51ORA.
Does Volksbank Modau EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODE51ORA is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Volksbank Modau EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.