SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51SWB
GENODE51SWB belongs to Raiffeisen-Volksbank EG in Schwabenheim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51SWB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | SWB |
| Bank | Raiffeisen-Volksbank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Schwabenheim |
| Country | Germany |
How the Raiffeisen-Volksbank 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.
- SWB 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51SWB?
GENODE51SWB identifies Raiffeisen-Volksbank EG, a branch or department of Raiffeisen-Volksbank EG in Schwabenheim, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need GENODE51SWB 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 still need GENODE51SWB.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen-Volksbank EG?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use GENODE51SWB with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODE51SWB against the details from Raiffeisen-Volksbank EG before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisen-Volksbank EG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of GENODE51SWB stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Raiffeisen-Volksbank EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 51 is the location code and SWB is the code of the department Raiffeisen-Volksbank EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.