SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1DOT
GENODEF1DOT belongs to DZ Bank AG Deutsche Zentral-Genossenschaftsbank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1DOT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | DOT |
| Bank | DZ Bank AG Deutsche Zentral-Genossenschaftsbank |
| Branch | Dotationskonto |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the DZ Bank AG Deutsche Zentral-Genossenschaftsbank SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- DOT 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1DOT?
The code GENODEF1DOT belongs to Dotationskonto, a branch or department of DZ Bank AG Deutsche Zentral-Genossenschaftsbank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use GENODEF1DOT incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1DOT against the details from DZ Bank AG Deutsche Zentral-Genossenschaftsbank before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to DZ Bank AG Deutsche Zentral-Genossenschaftsbank in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in GENODEF1DOT mean?
GENO is the institution code of DZ Bank AG Deutsche Zentral-Genossenschaftsbank, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and DOT identifies the branch Dotationskonto.
Do I need GENODEF1DOT for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1DOT.
How long does it take to send money to DZ Bank AG Deutsche Zentral-Genossenschaftsbank in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.