SWIFT/BIC code GENODE61ACH
GENODE61ACH belongs to Volksbank Achern in Achern, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE61ACH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE61 |
| Branch code | ACH |
| Bank | Volksbank Achern |
| Branch | — |
| City | Achern |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Achern 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).
- 61 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- ACH 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 BIC GENODE61ACH?
GENODE61ACH is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Achern, a unit of Volksbank Achern in Achern, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Achern?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in GENODE61ACH stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Achern, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 61 is the code for the city or region and ACH is the code of the department Volksbank Achern.
Can I use GENODE61 instead of GENODE61ACH?
GENODE61 is the main office of Volksbank Achern, while GENODE61ACH is Volksbank Achern. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODE61ACH if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter GENODE61ACH incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODE61ACH against the details from Volksbank Achern before sending.
Does Volksbank Achern have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODE61ACH is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volksbank Achern in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.