SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51RBU
GENODE51RBU belongs to Raiffeisenbank Ried EG in Buerstadt (Ried), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51RBU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | RBU |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Ried EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Buerstadt (Ried) |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Raiffeisenbank Ried 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.
- RBU 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 BIC GENODE51RBU?
GENODE51RBU identifies Raiffeisenbank Ried EG, part of Raiffeisenbank Ried EG in Buerstadt (Ried), Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisenbank Ried 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Raiffeisenbank Ried EG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Raiffeisenbank Ried EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use GENODE51 instead of GENODE51RBU?
GENODE51 is the head office of Raiffeisenbank Ried EG, while GENODE51RBU points to Raiffeisenbank Ried EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use GENODE51RBU if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODE51RBU mean?
GENO is the institution code of Raiffeisenbank Ried EG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and RBU identifies the department Raiffeisenbank Ried EG.
Do I need GENODE51RBU for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GENODE51RBU.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.