SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1BNT
GENODEF1BNT belongs to Volksbank Diepholz-Barnstorf EG in Diepholz, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1BNT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | BNT |
| Bank | Volksbank Diepholz-Barnstorf EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Diepholz |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Diepholz-Barnstorf 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.
- BNT 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/BIC code GENODEF1BNT?
GENODEF1BNT is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Diepholz-Barnstorf EG, a unit of Volksbank Diepholz-Barnstorf EG in Diepholz, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in GENODEF1BNT stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Diepholz-Barnstorf EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and BNT is the code of the department Volksbank Diepholz-Barnstorf EG.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Diepholz-Barnstorf EG?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1BNT for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1BNT.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1BNT incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1BNT against the details from Volksbank Diepholz-Barnstorf EG before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Diepholz-Barnstorf EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers 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.