SWIFT/BIC code GENODE61KA1
GENODE61KA1 belongs to Volksbank Karlsruhe in Karlsruhe, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE61KA1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE61 |
| Branch code | KA1 |
| Bank | Volksbank Karlsruhe |
| Branch | — |
| City | Karlsruhe |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Karlsruhe 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.
- KA1 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 GENODE61KA1?
The code GENODE61KA1 belongs to Volksbank Karlsruhe, a branch or department of Volksbank Karlsruhe in Karlsruhe, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Volksbank Karlsruhe got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Karlsruhe in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use GENODE61KA1 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODE61KA1 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need GENODE61KA1 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need GENODE61KA1.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Karlsruhe take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use GENODE61 instead of GENODE61KA1?
GENODE61 points to the main office of Volksbank Karlsruhe, while GENODE61KA1 is Volksbank Karlsruhe. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODE61KA1.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.