SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51SLS
GENODE51SLS belongs to Volksbank Westliche Saar Plus EG in Saarlouis, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51SLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | SLS |
| Bank | Volksbank Westliche Saar Plus EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Saarlouis |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Westliche Saar Plus 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.
- SLS 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 uses BIC GENODE51SLS?
The code GENODE51SLS belongs to Volksbank Westliche Saar Plus EG, part of Volksbank Westliche Saar Plus EG in Saarlouis, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter GENODE51SLS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODE51SLS with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need GENODE51SLS for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need GENODE51SLS.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Westliche Saar Plus EG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in GENODE51SLS stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Westliche Saar Plus EG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the location code and SLS identifies the department Volksbank Westliche Saar Plus EG.
Has Volksbank Westliche Saar Plus EG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Westliche Saar Plus EG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Westliche Saar Plus EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.