SWIFT/BIC code GENODE61LEK
GENODE61LEK belongs to Volksbank Lauterecken EG in Lauterecken, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE61LEK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE61 |
| Branch code | LEK |
| Bank | Volksbank Lauterecken EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lauterecken |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Lauterecken 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.
- LEK 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code GENODE61LEK?
The code GENODE61LEK belongs to Volksbank Lauterecken EG, a unit of Volksbank Lauterecken EG in Lauterecken, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODE61LEK mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Lauterecken EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 61 is the location code and LEK is the code of the department Volksbank Lauterecken EG.
Do I need GENODE61LEK to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need GENODE61LEK.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Lauterecken EG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Lauterecken EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use GENODE61LEK with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODE61LEK with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.