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SWIFT/BIC code GENODE61UBY

GENODE61UBY belongs to Volksbank EG in Stockach, Germany.

GENODE61UBY

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODE61UBY
8-character codeGENODE61
Branch codeUBY
BankVolksbank EG
Branch—
CityStockach
CountryGermany

The way the Volksbank 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.
UBY 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 code GENODE61UBY?

GENODE61UBY identifies Volksbank EG, part of Volksbank EG in Stockach, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of GENODE61UBY mean?

GENO is the bank code of Volksbank EG, DE stands for Germany, 61 is the location code and UBY identifies the department Volksbank EG.

Can I use GENODE61 instead of GENODE61UBY?

GENODE61 points to the head office of Volksbank EG, while GENODE61UBY is Volksbank EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODE61UBY if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need GENODE61UBY to send euros to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need GENODE61UBY.

How long does it take to send money to Volksbank 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.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank EG in Germany?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.