SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1ER1
GENODEF1ER1 belongs to Vr-Bank Erlangen-Hoechstadt-Herzogenaurach EG in Erlangen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1ER1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | ER1 |
| Bank | Vr-Bank Erlangen-Hoechstadt-Herzogenaurach EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Erlangen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr-Bank Erlangen-Hoechstadt-Herzogenaurach 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.
- ER1 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 SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1ER1?
GENODEF1ER1 identifies Vr-Bank Erlangen-Hoechstadt-Herzogenaurach EG, a branch or department of Vr-Bank Erlangen-Hoechstadt-Herzogenaurach EG in Erlangen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of GENODEF1ER1 stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Vr-Bank Erlangen-Hoechstadt-Herzogenaurach EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and ER1 identifies the branch Vr-Bank Erlangen-Hoechstadt-Herzogenaurach EG.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1ER1 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1ER1 against the details from Vr-Bank Erlangen-Hoechstadt-Herzogenaurach EG before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Vr-Bank Erlangen-Hoechstadt-Herzogenaurach EG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1ER1?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Vr-Bank Erlangen-Hoechstadt-Herzogenaurach EG, while GENODEF1ER1 points to Vr-Bank Erlangen-Hoechstadt-Herzogenaurach EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use GENODEF1ER1 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need GENODEF1ER1 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1ER1.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.