SWIFT/BIC code GENODED1CGN
GENODED1CGN belongs to Koelner Bank in Koeln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODED1CGN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODED1 |
| Branch code | CGN |
| Bank | Koelner Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Koeln |
| Country | Germany |
How the Koelner Bank SWIFT/BIC works
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).
- D1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CGN 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 is behind BIC GENODED1CGN?
GENODED1CGN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Koelner Bank, a unit of Koelner Bank in Koeln, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Koelner Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of GENODED1CGN mean?
GENO is the institution code of Koelner Bank, DE is the ISO code of Germany, D1 is the location code and CGN identifies the department Koelner Bank.
Do I need GENODED1CGN for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need GENODED1CGN.
How long does it take to send money to Koelner Bank?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter GENODED1CGN incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODED1CGN with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.