SWIFT/BIC code GENODED1HER
GENODED1HER belongs to Volksbank Hermeskeil in Hermeskeil, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODED1HER |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODED1 |
| Branch code | HER |
| Bank | Volksbank Hermeskeil |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hermeskeil |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Hermeskeil 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.
- HER 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 SWIFT/BIC code GENODED1HER?
GENODED1HER is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Hermeskeil, a branch or department of Volksbank Hermeskeil in Hermeskeil, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODED1HER mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Hermeskeil, DE stands for Germany, D1 is the location code and HER is the code of the department Volksbank Hermeskeil.
What happens if I enter GENODED1HER incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODED1HER with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need GENODED1HER for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you still need GENODED1HER.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Hermeskeil in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use GENODED1 instead of GENODED1HER?
GENODED1 points to the head office of Volksbank Hermeskeil, while GENODED1HER is Volksbank Hermeskeil. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GENODED1HER if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.