SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1FWA
GENODEF1FWA belongs to Vr Bank Lausitz EG in Cottbus, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1FWA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | FWA |
| Bank | Vr Bank Lausitz EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Cottbus |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr Bank Lausitz 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.
- FWA 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 bank uses BIC GENODEF1FWA?
The code GENODEF1FWA belongs to Vr Bank Lausitz EG, part of Vr Bank Lausitz EG in Cottbus, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Vr Bank Lausitz EG?
Banks often 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.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1FWA?
GENODEF1 is the head office of Vr Bank Lausitz EG, while GENODEF1FWA is Vr Bank Lausitz EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODEF1FWA if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use GENODEF1FWA incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODEF1FWA against the details from Vr Bank Lausitz EG before sending.
Does Vr Bank Lausitz EG use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODEF1FWA is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Vr Bank Lausitz EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in GENODEF1FWA mean?
GENO is the bank code of Vr Bank Lausitz EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and FWA is the code of the department Vr Bank Lausitz EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.