SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1BST
GENODEF1BST belongs to Vereinigte Raiffeisenbank Burgstaedt EG in Burgstaedt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1BST |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | BST |
| Bank | Vereinigte Raiffeisenbank Burgstaedt EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Burgstaedt |
| Country | Germany |
How the Vereinigte Raiffeisenbank Burgstaedt EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- BST 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 BIC GENODEF1BST?
GENODEF1BST is the SWIFT/BIC code of Vereinigte Raiffeisenbank Burgstaedt EG, a branch or department of Vereinigte Raiffeisenbank Burgstaedt EG in Burgstaedt, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Vereinigte Raiffeisenbank Burgstaedt EG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of GENODEF1BST mean?
GENO is the institution code of Vereinigte Raiffeisenbank Burgstaedt EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and BST identifies the branch Vereinigte Raiffeisenbank Burgstaedt EG.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1BST?
GENODEF1 is the head office of Vereinigte Raiffeisenbank Burgstaedt EG, while GENODEF1BST points to Vereinigte Raiffeisenbank Burgstaedt EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use GENODEF1BST if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Vereinigte Raiffeisenbank Burgstaedt EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1BST to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1BST.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.