SWIFT/BIC code GENODED1GLK

GENODED1GLK belongs to Raiffeisenbank EG in Geilenkirchen, Germany.

GENODED1GLK

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODED1GLK
8-character codeGENODED1
Branch codeGLK
BankRaiffeisenbank EG
Branch—
CityGeilenkirchen
CountryGermany

The way the Raiffeisenbank EG 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.
GLK 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 BIC GENODED1GLK?

The code GENODED1GLK belongs to Raiffeisenbank EG, a branch or department of Raiffeisenbank EG in Geilenkirchen, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter GENODED1GLK with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODED1GLK against the details from Raiffeisenbank EG before sending.

What do the letters in GENODED1GLK stand for?

GENO is the bank code of Raiffeisenbank EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, D1 is the code for the city or region and GLK is the code of the department Raiffeisenbank EG.

Do I need GENODED1GLK to send euros to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need GENODED1GLK.

How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisenbank EG?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use GENODED1 instead of GENODED1GLK?

GENODED1 is the main office of Raiffeisenbank EG, while GENODED1GLK is Raiffeisenbank EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODED1GLK.

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