SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1FOR
GENODEF1FOR belongs to Volksbank-Raiffeisenbank Forst EG in Forst, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1FOR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | FOR |
| Bank | Volksbank-Raiffeisenbank Forst EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Forst |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank-Raiffeisenbank Forst 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.
- FOR 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 BIC GENODEF1FOR?
GENODEF1FOR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank-Raiffeisenbank Forst EG, a branch or department of Volksbank-Raiffeisenbank Forst EG in Forst, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1FOR incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1FOR against the details from Volksbank-Raiffeisenbank Forst EG before you confirm.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1FOR?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Volksbank-Raiffeisenbank Forst EG, while GENODEF1FOR points to Volksbank-Raiffeisenbank Forst EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1FOR.
Does Volksbank-Raiffeisenbank Forst EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODEF1FOR is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volksbank-Raiffeisenbank Forst EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank-Raiffeisenbank Forst EG in Germany?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Do I need GENODEF1FOR for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1FOR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.