SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1BSB
GENODEF1BSB belongs to Bank Fuer Schiffahrt EG in Berlin, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1BSB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | BSB |
| Bank | Bank Fuer Schiffahrt EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
How the Bank Fuer Schiffahrt 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.
- BSB 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/BIC code GENODEF1BSB?
The code GENODEF1BSB belongs to Bank Fuer Schiffahrt EG, a branch or department of Bank Fuer Schiffahrt EG in Berlin, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use GENODEF1BSB with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1BSB with the recipient before sending.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1BSB?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Bank Fuer Schiffahrt EG, while GENODEF1BSB points to Bank Fuer Schiffahrt EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1BSB.
Has Bank Fuer Schiffahrt EG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Fuer Schiffahrt EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Fuer Schiffahrt EG.
What does each part of GENODEF1BSB mean?
GENO is the bank code of Bank Fuer Schiffahrt EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and BSB identifies the branch Bank Fuer Schiffahrt EG.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Fuer Schiffahrt EG in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive 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.