SWIFT/BIC code GENODED1VSY
GENODED1VSY belongs to Volksbank Viersen EG in Schwalmtal, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODED1VSY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODED1 |
| Branch code | VSY |
| Bank | Volksbank Viersen EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Schwalmtal |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Viersen 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.
- VSY 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 SWIFT/BIC code GENODED1VSY?
GENODED1VSY is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Viersen EG, part of Volksbank Viersen EG in Schwalmtal, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Viersen EG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter GENODED1VSY with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODED1VSY against the details from Volksbank Viersen EG before you confirm.
Do I need GENODED1VSY to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GENODED1VSY.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Viersen EG?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use GENODED1 instead of GENODED1VSY?
GENODED1 points to the main office of Volksbank Viersen EG, while GENODED1VSY is Volksbank Viersen EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use GENODED1VSY 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.