SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1APE
GENODEF1APE belongs to Volksbank Geest EG in Harsefeld, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1APE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | APE |
| Bank | Volksbank Geest EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Harsefeld |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Geest EG SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- APE 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 branch uses BIC GENODEF1APE?
GENODEF1APE identifies Volksbank Geest EG, a unit of Volksbank Geest EG in Harsefeld, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1APE incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1APE against the details from Volksbank Geest EG before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Geest EG?
Banks often 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.
Has Volksbank Geest EG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Geest EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Geest EG.
Do I need GENODEF1APE for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to 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 do need GENODEF1APE.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Geest EG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.