SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1BAR
GENODEF1BAR belongs to Raiffeisenbank EG Bargteheide in Bargteheide, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1BAR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | BAR |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank EG Bargteheide |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bargteheide |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Raiffeisenbank EG Bargteheide 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.
- BAR 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 GENODEF1BAR?
The code GENODEF1BAR belongs to Raiffeisenbank EG Bargteheide, part of Raiffeisenbank EG Bargteheide in Bargteheide, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1BAR?
GENODEF1 points to the main office of Raiffeisenbank EG Bargteheide, while GENODEF1BAR is Raiffeisenbank EG Bargteheide. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1BAR.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisenbank EG Bargteheide in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Raiffeisenbank EG Bargteheide use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODEF1BAR is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Raiffeisenbank EG Bargteheide in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in GENODEF1BAR mean?
GENO is the institution code of Raiffeisenbank EG Bargteheide, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and BAR is the code of the department Raiffeisenbank EG Bargteheide.
What happens if I use GENODEF1BAR incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1BAR against the details from Raiffeisenbank EG Bargteheide before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.