SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1GZ1
GENODEF1GZ1 belongs to Volksbank Guenzburg EG in Guenzburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1GZ1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | GZ1 |
| Bank | Volksbank Guenzburg EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Guenzburg |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Guenzburg 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.
- GZ1 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 GENODEF1GZ1?
GENODEF1GZ1 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Guenzburg EG, a unit of Volksbank Guenzburg EG in Guenzburg, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1GZ1?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Volksbank Guenzburg EG, while GENODEF1GZ1 is Volksbank Guenzburg EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1GZ1.
Do I need GENODEF1GZ1 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need GENODEF1GZ1.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Guenzburg EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use GENODEF1GZ1 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1GZ1 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Volksbank Guenzburg EG use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODEF1GZ1 is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volksbank Guenzburg EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.