SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1COS
GENODEF1COS belongs to Vr-Bank Coburg EG in Coburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1COS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | COS |
| Bank | Vr-Bank Coburg EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Coburg |
| Country | Germany |
How the Vr-Bank Coburg 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.
- COS 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
What bank uses BIC GENODEF1COS?
GENODEF1COS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Vr-Bank Coburg EG, a unit of Vr-Bank Coburg EG in Coburg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1COS?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Vr-Bank Coburg EG, while GENODEF1COS is Vr-Bank Coburg EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1COS.
Does Vr-Bank Coburg EG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODEF1COS is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Vr-Bank Coburg EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to Vr-Bank Coburg EG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1COS for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1COS.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1COS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1COS with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.