SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1HTR
GENODEF1HTR belongs to Volksbank EG Bad Laer-Borgloh-Hilter-Melle in Hilter, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1HTR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | HTR |
| Bank | Volksbank EG Bad Laer-Borgloh-Hilter-Melle |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hilter |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank EG Bad Laer-Borgloh-Hilter-Melle 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.
- HTR 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 GENODEF1HTR?
GENODEF1HTR identifies Volksbank EG Bad Laer-Borgloh-Hilter-Melle, a branch or department of Volksbank EG Bad Laer-Borgloh-Hilter-Melle in Hilter, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank EG Bad Laer-Borgloh-Hilter-Melle take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1HTR to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need GENODEF1HTR.
What do the letters in GENODEF1HTR mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank EG Bad Laer-Borgloh-Hilter-Melle, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and HTR is the code of the branch Volksbank EG Bad Laer-Borgloh-Hilter-Melle.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1HTR incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1HTR against the details from Volksbank EG Bad Laer-Borgloh-Hilter-Melle before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank EG Bad Laer-Borgloh-Hilter-Melle?
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 – 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.