SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1CH1
GENODEF1CH1 belongs to Volksbank Chemnitz EG in Chemnitz, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1CH1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | CH1 |
| Bank | Volksbank Chemnitz EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Chemnitz |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Chemnitz 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.
- CH1 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 code GENODEF1CH1?
The code GENODEF1CH1 belongs to Volksbank Chemnitz EG, part of Volksbank Chemnitz EG in Chemnitz, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1CH1?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Volksbank Chemnitz EG, while GENODEF1CH1 points to Volksbank Chemnitz EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GENODEF1CH1 if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODEF1CH1 mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Chemnitz EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and CH1 identifies the department Volksbank Chemnitz EG.
Does Volksbank Chemnitz EG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Chemnitz EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Chemnitz EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Chemnitz EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.