SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1HFA
GENODEF1HFA belongs to Raiffeisenbank EG in Bad Hersfeld, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1HFA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | HFA |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bad Hersfeld |
| Country | Germany |
The way the 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.
- HFA 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 SWIFT code GENODEF1HFA?
The code GENODEF1HFA belongs to Raiffeisenbank EG, a unit of Raiffeisenbank EG in Bad Hersfeld, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1HFA with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1HFA against the details from Raiffeisenbank EG before sending.
What does each part of GENODEF1HFA stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Raiffeisenbank EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and HFA identifies the branch Raiffeisenbank EG.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1HFA?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Raiffeisenbank EG, while GENODEF1HFA is Raiffeisenbank EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1HFA.
What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisenbank EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Does Raiffeisenbank EG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 41 SWIFT/BIC codes for Raiffeisenbank EG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.