SWIFT/BIC code GENODE61GRU
GENODE61GRU belongs to Volksbank Gruenstadt EG in Gruenstadt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE61GRU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE61 |
| Branch code | GRU |
| Bank | Volksbank Gruenstadt EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Gruenstadt |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Gruenstadt 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).
- 61 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GRU 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/BIC code GENODE61GRU?
The code GENODE61GRU belongs to Volksbank Gruenstadt EG, part of Volksbank Gruenstadt EG in Gruenstadt, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Gruenstadt EG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of GENODE61GRU stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Gruenstadt EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 61 is the code for the city or region and GRU is the code of the department Volksbank Gruenstadt EG.
Does Volksbank Gruenstadt EG use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODE61GRU is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Volksbank Gruenstadt EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Can I use GENODE61 instead of GENODE61GRU?
GENODE61 points to the main office of Volksbank Gruenstadt EG, while GENODE61GRU is Volksbank Gruenstadt EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use GENODE61GRU if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use GENODE61GRU incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODE61GRU against the details from Volksbank Gruenstadt EG before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.