SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1ESY
GENODEF1ESY belongs to Vr-Bank Werra-Meissner EG in Hessisch Lichtenau, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1ESY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | ESY |
| Bank | Vr-Bank Werra-Meissner EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hessisch Lichtenau |
| Country | Germany |
How the Vr-Bank Werra-Meissner 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.
- ESY 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 code GENODEF1ESY?
GENODEF1ESY identifies Vr-Bank Werra-Meissner EG, a unit of Vr-Bank Werra-Meissner EG in Hessisch Lichtenau, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need GENODEF1ESY for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1ESY.
How long does a transfer to Vr-Bank Werra-Meissner EG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use GENODEF1ESY incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1ESY with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Vr-Bank Werra-Meissner EG in Germany?
Many banks 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.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1ESY?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Vr-Bank Werra-Meissner EG, while GENODEF1ESY points to Vr-Bank Werra-Meissner EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GENODEF1ESY if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.