SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1HIS
GENODEF1HIS belongs to Raiffeisenbank Heiligenstadt EG in Heiligenstadt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1HIS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | HIS |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Heiligenstadt EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Heiligenstadt |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Raiffeisenbank Heiligenstadt 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.
- HIS 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 branch is behind BIC GENODEF1HIS?
GENODEF1HIS identifies Raiffeisenbank Heiligenstadt EG, a unit of Raiffeisenbank Heiligenstadt EG in Heiligenstadt, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisenbank Heiligenstadt EG?
Many banks add 1–3% 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 GENODEF1HIS incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODEF1HIS with the recipient before sending.
Do I need GENODEF1HIS for a euro transfer 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 GENODEF1HIS.
How long does a transfer to Raiffeisenbank Heiligenstadt EG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Does Raiffeisenbank Heiligenstadt EG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODEF1HIS is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Raiffeisenbank Heiligenstadt EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.