SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1EAU
GENODEF1EAU belongs to Raiffeisenbank Elsavatal EG in Eschau, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1EAU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | EAU |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Elsavatal EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Eschau |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Raiffeisenbank Elsavatal 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.
- EAU 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 GENODEF1EAU?
GENODEF1EAU is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisenbank Elsavatal EG, a branch or department of Raiffeisenbank Elsavatal EG in Eschau, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisenbank Elsavatal EG?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1EAU for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1EAU.
What do the letters in GENODEF1EAU mean?
GENO is the institution code of Raiffeisenbank Elsavatal EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and EAU identifies the branch Raiffeisenbank Elsavatal EG.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1EAU?
GENODEF1 is the head office of Raiffeisenbank Elsavatal EG, while GENODEF1EAU points to Raiffeisenbank Elsavatal EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODEF1EAU if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisenbank Elsavatal EG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.