SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1FKS
GENODEF1FKS belongs to Raiffeisenbank Falkenstein-Woerth EG in Falkenstein, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1FKS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | FKS |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Falkenstein-Woerth EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Falkenstein |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Raiffeisenbank Falkenstein-Woerth 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.
- FKS 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 GENODEF1FKS?
The code GENODEF1FKS belongs to Raiffeisenbank Falkenstein-Woerth EG, a branch or department of Raiffeisenbank Falkenstein-Woerth EG in Falkenstein, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisenbank Falkenstein-Woerth EG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use GENODEF1FKS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1FKS against the details from Raiffeisenbank Falkenstein-Woerth EG before you confirm.
What do the letters in GENODEF1FKS stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Raiffeisenbank Falkenstein-Woerth EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and FKS identifies the branch Raiffeisenbank Falkenstein-Woerth EG.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1FKS?
GENODEF1 points to the main office of Raiffeisenbank Falkenstein-Woerth EG, while GENODEF1FKS is Raiffeisenbank Falkenstein-Woerth EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1FKS.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisenbank Falkenstein-Woerth EG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.