SWIFT/BIC code GENODED1ERF
GENODED1ERF belongs to Raiffeisenbank Erftstadt EG in Erftstadt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODED1ERF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODED1 |
| Branch code | ERF |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Erftstadt EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Erftstadt |
| Country | Germany |
How the Raiffeisenbank Erftstadt 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).
- D1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- ERF 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 SWIFT code GENODED1ERF?
The code GENODED1ERF belongs to Raiffeisenbank Erftstadt EG, a branch or department of Raiffeisenbank Erftstadt EG in Erftstadt, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisenbank Erftstadt EG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use GENODED1 instead of GENODED1ERF?
GENODED1 points to the head office of Raiffeisenbank Erftstadt EG, while GENODED1ERF points to Raiffeisenbank Erftstadt EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODED1ERF.
Does Raiffeisenbank Erftstadt EG use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODED1ERF is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Raiffeisenbank Erftstadt EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need GENODED1ERF 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 GENODED1ERF.
What happens if I enter GENODED1ERF with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODED1ERF 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.