SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1EDE
GENODEF1EDE belongs to Volksbank Oldenburg EG in Oldenburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1EDE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | EDE |
| Bank | Volksbank Oldenburg EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Oldenburg |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Oldenburg EG 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.
- EDE 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/BIC code GENODEF1EDE?
The code GENODEF1EDE belongs to Volksbank Oldenburg EG, a unit of Volksbank Oldenburg EG in Oldenburg, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Oldenburg EG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1EDE to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1EDE.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Oldenburg EG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of GENODEF1EDE mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Oldenburg EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and EDE identifies the branch Volksbank Oldenburg EG.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1EDE?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Volksbank Oldenburg EG, while GENODEF1EDE is Volksbank Oldenburg EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1EDE.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.