SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1HH1
GENODEF1HH1 belongs to Volksbank Hamburg Ost-West in Hamburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1HH1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | HH1 |
| Bank | Volksbank Hamburg Ost-West |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hamburg |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Hamburg Ost-West 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.
- HH1 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 is behind BIC GENODEF1HH1?
GENODEF1HH1 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Hamburg Ost-West, a unit of Volksbank Hamburg Ost-West in Hamburg, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need GENODEF1HH1 to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need GENODEF1HH1.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Hamburg Ost-West take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1HH1?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Volksbank Hamburg Ost-West, while GENODEF1HH1 is Volksbank Hamburg Ost-West. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1HH1.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Hamburg Ost-West in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1HH1 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1HH1 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.