SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1BBH
GENODEF1BBH belongs to Volksbank Obergrafschaft EG in Bad Bentheim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1BBH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | BBH |
| Bank | Volksbank Obergrafschaft EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bad Bentheim |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Obergrafschaft 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.
- BBH 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 code GENODEF1BBH?
GENODEF1BBH identifies Volksbank Obergrafschaft EG, part of Volksbank Obergrafschaft EG in Bad Bentheim, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1BBH?
GENODEF1 is the head office of Volksbank Obergrafschaft EG, while GENODEF1BBH is Volksbank Obergrafschaft EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODEF1BBH if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need GENODEF1BBH 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 GENODEF1BBH.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Obergrafschaft EG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use GENODEF1BBH incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1BBH against the details from Volksbank Obergrafschaft EG before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Obergrafschaft EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.