SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1HH2
GENODEF1HH2 belongs to Hamburger Volksbank EG in Hamburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1HH2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | HH2 |
| Bank | Hamburger Volksbank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hamburg |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Hamburger Volksbank 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.
- HH2 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/BIC code GENODEF1HH2?
The code GENODEF1HH2 belongs to Hamburger Volksbank EG, a branch or department of Hamburger Volksbank EG in Hamburg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Hamburger Volksbank EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1HH2 to send euros 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. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1HH2.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Hamburger Volksbank EG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1HH2?
GENODEF1 points to the main office of Hamburger Volksbank EG, while GENODEF1HH2 is Hamburger Volksbank EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1HH2.
What does each part of GENODEF1HH2 mean?
GENO is the institution code of Hamburger Volksbank EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and HH2 identifies the department Hamburger Volksbank EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.