SWIFT/BIC code GENODED1HRB
GENODED1HRB belongs to Volksbank Heinsberg EG in Heinsberg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODED1HRB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODED1 |
| Branch code | HRB |
| Bank | Volksbank Heinsberg EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Heinsberg |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Heinsberg 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).
- D1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- HRB 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 uses BIC GENODED1HRB?
GENODED1HRB identifies Volksbank Heinsberg EG, part of Volksbank Heinsberg EG in Heinsberg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Volksbank Heinsberg EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODED1HRB is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volksbank Heinsberg EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Heinsberg 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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use GENODED1HRB with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODED1HRB against the details from Volksbank Heinsberg EG before sending.
Can I use GENODED1 instead of GENODED1HRB?
GENODED1 is the main office of Volksbank Heinsberg EG, while GENODED1HRB is Volksbank Heinsberg EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODED1HRB if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Heinsberg EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.