SWIFT/BIC code GENODED1RLZ
GENODED1RLZ belongs to Volksbank Rhein-Lippe EG in Voerde (Niederrhein), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODED1RLZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODED1 |
| Branch code | RLZ |
| Bank | Volksbank Rhein-Lippe EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Voerde (Niederrhein) |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Rhein-Lippe 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.
- RLZ 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 SWIFT/BIC code GENODED1RLZ?
The code GENODED1RLZ belongs to Volksbank Rhein-Lippe EG, part of Volksbank Rhein-Lippe EG in Voerde (Niederrhein), Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODED1RLZ mean?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Rhein-Lippe EG, DE stands for Germany, D1 is the code for the city or region and RLZ is the code of the branch Volksbank Rhein-Lippe EG.
What happens if I enter GENODED1RLZ with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODED1RLZ with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Rhein-Lippe EG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODED1RLZ for a euro transfer 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 GENODED1RLZ.
Can I use GENODED1 instead of GENODED1RLZ?
GENODED1 is the main office of Volksbank Rhein-Lippe EG, while GENODED1RLZ is Volksbank Rhein-Lippe EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODED1RLZ.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.