SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1BDS
GENODEF1BDS belongs to Vr Bank EG in Niebuell, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1BDS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | BDS |
| Bank | Vr Bank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Niebuell |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr Bank 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.
- BDS 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 SWIFT code GENODEF1BDS?
GENODEF1BDS identifies Vr Bank EG, a branch or department of Vr Bank EG in Niebuell, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use GENODEF1BDS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1BDS with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Vr Bank EG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Vr Bank EG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need GENODEF1BDS for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need GENODEF1BDS.
How long does a transfer to Vr Bank EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Vr Bank EG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.