SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1CAL
GENODEF1CAL belongs to Raiffeisenbank EG Calden in Calden, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1CAL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | CAL |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank EG Calden |
| Branch | — |
| City | Calden |
| Country | Germany |
How the Raiffeisenbank EG Calden 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.
- CAL 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/BIC code GENODEF1CAL?
The code GENODEF1CAL belongs to Raiffeisenbank EG Calden, a branch or department of Raiffeisenbank EG Calden in Calden, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisenbank EG Calden in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1CAL to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1CAL.
What happens if I use GENODEF1CAL with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1CAL with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1CAL?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Raiffeisenbank EG Calden, while GENODEF1CAL is Raiffeisenbank EG Calden. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1CAL.
What does each part of GENODEF1CAL stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Raiffeisenbank EG Calden, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and CAL identifies the department Raiffeisenbank EG Calden.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.