SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1BRZ
GENODEF1BRZ belongs to Brandenburger Bank Volksbank Raiffeisen Bank EG in Brandenburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1BRZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | BRZ |
| Bank | Brandenburger Bank Volksbank Raiffeisen Bank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Brandenburg |
| Country | Germany |
How the Brandenburger Bank Volksbank Raiffeisen 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.
- BRZ 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 code GENODEF1BRZ?
GENODEF1BRZ identifies Brandenburger Bank Volksbank Raiffeisen Bank EG, a branch or department of Brandenburger Bank Volksbank Raiffeisen Bank EG in Brandenburg, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Brandenburger Bank Volksbank Raiffeisen Bank EG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1BRZ?
GENODEF1 is the head office of Brandenburger Bank Volksbank Raiffeisen Bank EG, while GENODEF1BRZ is Brandenburger Bank Volksbank Raiffeisen Bank EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1BRZ.
Has Brandenburger Bank Volksbank Raiffeisen Bank EG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Brandenburger Bank Volksbank Raiffeisen Bank EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Brandenburger Bank Volksbank Raiffeisen Bank EG.
Do I need GENODEF1BRZ for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1BRZ.
How long does it take to send money to Brandenburger Bank Volksbank Raiffeisen Bank EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.