SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1GFS
GENODEF1GFS belongs to Raiffeisenbank Gefrees EG in Gefrees, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1GFS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | GFS |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Gefrees EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Gefrees |
| Country | Germany |
How the Raiffeisenbank Gefrees 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.
- GFS 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 GENODEF1GFS?
The code GENODEF1GFS belongs to Raiffeisenbank Gefrees EG, a unit of Raiffeisenbank Gefrees EG in Gefrees, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisenbank Gefrees EG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1GFS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1GFS against the details from Raiffeisenbank Gefrees EG before you confirm.
Do I need GENODEF1GFS 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 GENODEF1GFS.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisenbank Gefrees EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1GFS?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Raiffeisenbank Gefrees EG, while GENODEF1GFS points to Raiffeisenbank Gefrees EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1GFS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.