SWIFT/BIC code GENODE61IHY
GENODE61IHY belongs to Volksbank Breisgau-Sued EG in Ihringen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE61IHY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE61 |
| Branch code | IHY |
| Bank | Volksbank Breisgau-Sued EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Ihringen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Breisgau-Sued EG SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- IHY 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 BIC GENODE61IHY?
The code GENODE61IHY belongs to Volksbank Breisgau-Sued EG, part of Volksbank Breisgau-Sued EG in Ihringen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need GENODE61IHY to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need GENODE61IHY.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Breisgau-Sued EG take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use GENODE61IHY with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODE61IHY with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Breisgau-Sued EG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of GENODE61IHY mean?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Breisgau-Sued EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 61 is the code for the city or region and IHY identifies the department Volksbank Breisgau-Sued EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.