SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1ALH

GENODEF1ALH belongs to Bankverein Bebra Zw EG in Alheim, Germany.

GENODEF1ALH

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODEF1ALH
8-character codeGENODEF1
Branch codeALH
BankBankverein Bebra Zw EG
Branch—
CityAlheim
CountryGermany

How the Bankverein Bebra Zw 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).
F1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
ALH 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 GENODEF1ALH?

GENODEF1ALH identifies Bankverein Bebra Zw EG, part of Bankverein Bebra Zw EG in Alheim, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Bankverein Bebra Zw EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, GENODEF1ALH is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bankverein Bebra Zw EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1ALH?

GENODEF1 points to the head office of Bankverein Bebra Zw EG, while GENODEF1ALH points to Bankverein Bebra Zw EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1ALH.

What does each part of GENODEF1ALH stand for?

GENO is the institution code of Bankverein Bebra Zw EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and ALH identifies the branch Bankverein Bebra Zw EG.

What is the best way to send money to Bankverein Bebra Zw EG?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need GENODEF1ALH for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1ALH.

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