SWIFT/BIC code GENODE51WW1
GENODE51WW1 belongs to Westerwald Bank EG in Hachenburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE51WW1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE51 |
| Branch code | WW1 |
| Bank | Westerwald Bank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hachenburg |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Westerwald Bank EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- WW1 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 uses SWIFT code GENODE51WW1?
GENODE51WW1 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Westerwald Bank EG, a unit of Westerwald Bank EG in Hachenburg, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use GENODE51WW1 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODE51WW1 against the details from Westerwald Bank EG before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Westerwald Bank EG in Germany?
Banks often 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 Westerwald Bank EG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODE51WW1 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need GENODE51WW1.
What does each part of GENODE51WW1 mean?
GENO is the institution code of Westerwald Bank EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 51 is the location code and WW1 is the code of the branch Westerwald Bank EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.