SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1EMK
GENODEF1EMK belongs to Volksbank Emstek EG in Emstek, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1EMK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | EMK |
| Bank | Volksbank Emstek EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Emstek |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Emstek 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.
- EMK 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 GENODEF1EMK?
GENODEF1EMK identifies Volksbank Emstek EG, part of Volksbank Emstek EG in Emstek, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Emstek EG in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Does Volksbank Emstek EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODEF1EMK is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volksbank Emstek EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need GENODEF1EMK to send euros 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 do need GENODEF1EMK.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Emstek EG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1EMK incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1EMK against the details from Volksbank Emstek EG before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.