SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51WBO
GENODE51WBO belongs to Volksbank Brandoberndorf EG in Brandoberndorf-Waldsolms, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51WBO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | WBO |
| Bank | Volksbank Brandoberndorf EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Brandoberndorf-Waldsolms |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Brandoberndorf 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.
- WBO 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 BIC GENODE51WBO?
GENODE51WBO identifies Volksbank Brandoberndorf EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Brandoberndorf EG in Brandoberndorf-Waldsolms, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Brandoberndorf EG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Brandoberndorf EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODE51WBO to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need GENODE51WBO.
What do the letters in GENODE51WBO stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Brandoberndorf EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 51 is the location code and WBO is the code of the branch Volksbank Brandoberndorf EG.
Can I use GENODE51 instead of GENODE51WBO?
GENODE51 is the main office of Volksbank Brandoberndorf EG, while GENODE51WBO points to Volksbank Brandoberndorf EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODE51WBO if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.