SWIFT/BIC code GENODE61OB1
GENODE61OB1 belongs to Vr-Bank Nordwestpfalz EG in Rockenhausen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODE61OB1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODE61 |
| Branch code | OB1 |
| Bank | Vr-Bank Nordwestpfalz EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Rockenhausen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr-Bank Nordwestpfalz 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.
- OB1 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 is behind BIC GENODE61OB1?
GENODE61OB1 identifies Vr-Bank Nordwestpfalz EG, part of Vr-Bank Nordwestpfalz EG in Rockenhausen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use GENODE61 instead of GENODE61OB1?
GENODE61 points to the head office of Vr-Bank Nordwestpfalz EG, while GENODE61OB1 is Vr-Bank Nordwestpfalz EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODE61OB1.
What happens if I use GENODE61OB1 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODE61OB1 with the recipient before sending.
Does Vr-Bank Nordwestpfalz EG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODE61OB1 is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Vr-Bank Nordwestpfalz EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Vr-Bank Nordwestpfalz EG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODE61OB1 to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need GENODE61OB1.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.