SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1GW1
GENODEF1GW1 belongs to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank EG in Greifswald, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1GW1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | GW1 |
| Bank | Volksbank Raiffeisenbank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Greifswald |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Raiffeisenbank 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.
- GW1 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 GENODEF1GW1?
GENODEF1GW1 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Raiffeisenbank EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Raiffeisenbank EG in Greifswald, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1GW1?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Volksbank Raiffeisenbank EG, while GENODEF1GW1 points to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODEF1GW1 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank EG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Does Volksbank Raiffeisenbank EG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Raiffeisenbank EG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use GENODEF1GW1 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1GW1 against the details from Volksbank Raiffeisenbank EG before you confirm.
What does each part of GENODEF1GW1 stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Raiffeisenbank EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and GW1 identifies the branch Volksbank Raiffeisenbank EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.