SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1BKW

GENODEF1BKW belongs to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Oder-Spree EG in Beeskow, Germany.

GENODEF1BKW

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODEF1BKW
8-character codeGENODEF1
Branch codeBKW
BankRaiffeisen-Volksbank Oder-Spree EG
Branch—
CityBeeskow
CountryGermany

The way the Raiffeisen-Volksbank Oder-Spree 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.
BKW 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1BKW?

The code GENODEF1BKW belongs to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Oder-Spree EG, part of Raiffeisen-Volksbank Oder-Spree EG in Beeskow, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Oder-Spree EG in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need GENODEF1BKW for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need GENODEF1BKW.

Does Raiffeisen-Volksbank Oder-Spree EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, GENODEF1BKW is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Raiffeisen-Volksbank Oder-Spree EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Oder-Spree EG in Germany?

Many banks 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.

What does each part of GENODEF1BKW stand for?

GENO is the institution code of Raiffeisen-Volksbank Oder-Spree EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and BKW is the code of the branch Raiffeisen-Volksbank Oder-Spree EG.

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