SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1BZV
GENODEF1BZV belongs to Volksbank Bautzen EG in Bautzen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1BZV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | BZV |
| Bank | Volksbank Bautzen EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bautzen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Bautzen 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.
- BZV 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 GENODEF1BZV?
The code GENODEF1BZV belongs to Volksbank Bautzen EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Bautzen EG in Bautzen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need GENODEF1BZV for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to 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 GENODEF1BZV.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Bautzen EG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1BZV?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Volksbank Bautzen EG, while GENODEF1BZV points to Volksbank Bautzen EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODEF1BZV if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1BZV with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1BZV against the details from Volksbank Bautzen EG before sending.
Has Volksbank Bautzen EG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Bautzen EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Bautzen EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.