SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1HAL
GENODEF1HAL belongs to Volksbank Halle (Saale) EG in Halle, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1HAL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | HAL |
| Bank | Volksbank Halle (Saale) EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Halle |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Halle (Saale) 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.
- HAL 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 is behind BIC GENODEF1HAL?
GENODEF1HAL is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Halle (Saale) EG, part of Volksbank Halle (Saale) EG in Halle, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Halle (Saale) EG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use GENODEF1HAL incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1HAL against the details from Volksbank Halle (Saale) EG before sending.
Does Volksbank Halle (Saale) EG use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODEF1HAL is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volksbank Halle (Saale) EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What does each part of GENODEF1HAL mean?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Halle (Saale) EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and HAL identifies the branch Volksbank Halle (Saale) EG.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1HAL?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Volksbank Halle (Saale) EG, while GENODEF1HAL is Volksbank Halle (Saale) EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use GENODEF1HAL if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.