SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1HIG
GENODEF1HIG belongs to Volksbank Heiligenstadt EG in Heiligenstadt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1HIG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | HIG |
| Bank | Volksbank Heiligenstadt EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Heiligenstadt |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Heiligenstadt 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.
- HIG 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 GENODEF1HIG?
The code GENODEF1HIG belongs to Volksbank Heiligenstadt EG, a unit of Volksbank Heiligenstadt EG in Heiligenstadt, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Heiligenstadt EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1HIG to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need GENODEF1HIG.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1HIG?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Volksbank Heiligenstadt EG, while GENODEF1HIG points to Volksbank Heiligenstadt EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODEF1HIG if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1HIG with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODEF1HIG with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Heiligenstadt EG in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.