SWIFT/BIC code GENODE61MES
GENODE61MES belongs to Volksbank Messkirch EG in Messkirch, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE61MES |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE61 |
| Branch code | MES |
| Bank | Volksbank Messkirch EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Messkirch |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Messkirch EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- MES 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 bank uses SWIFT code GENODE61MES?
The code GENODE61MES belongs to Volksbank Messkirch EG, a unit of Volksbank Messkirch EG in Messkirch, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Messkirch EG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Messkirch EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODE61MES to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GENODE61MES.
What does each part of GENODE61MES mean?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Messkirch EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 61 is the location code and MES is the code of the department Volksbank Messkirch EG.
Does Volksbank Messkirch EG use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODE61MES is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Volksbank Messkirch EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.