SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1HAT
GENODEF1HAT belongs to Vr Bank Oldenburg Land West EG in Hatten, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1HAT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | HAT |
| Bank | Vr Bank Oldenburg Land West EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hatten |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr Bank Oldenburg Land West 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.
- HAT 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 SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1HAT?
GENODEF1HAT identifies Vr Bank Oldenburg Land West EG, a branch or department of Vr Bank Oldenburg Land West EG in Hatten, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1HAT?
GENODEF1 is the head office of Vr Bank Oldenburg Land West EG, while GENODEF1HAT is Vr Bank Oldenburg Land West EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1HAT.
How long does it take to send money to Vr Bank Oldenburg Land West EG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1HAT incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1HAT against the details from Vr Bank Oldenburg Land West EG before you confirm.
Do I need GENODEF1HAT to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1HAT.
What is the best way to send money to Vr Bank Oldenburg Land West EG?
Banks often 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.