SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1HWV
GENODEF1HWV belongs to Volks- und Raiffeisenbank (Ehm Vb) EG in Wismar, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1HWV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | HWV |
| Bank | Volks- und Raiffeisenbank (Ehm Vb) EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Wismar |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volks- und Raiffeisenbank (Ehm Vb) EG SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- HWV 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 uses SWIFT code GENODEF1HWV?
GENODEF1HWV identifies Volks- und Raiffeisenbank (Ehm Vb) EG, a unit of Volks- und Raiffeisenbank (Ehm Vb) EG in Wismar, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1HWV?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Volks- und Raiffeisenbank (Ehm Vb) EG, while GENODEF1HWV is Volks- und Raiffeisenbank (Ehm Vb) EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1HWV.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volks- und Raiffeisenbank (Ehm Vb) EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1HWV incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1HWV against the details from Volks- und Raiffeisenbank (Ehm Vb) EG before you confirm.
Does Volks- und Raiffeisenbank (Ehm Vb) EG use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODEF1HWV is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volks- und Raiffeisenbank (Ehm Vb) EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need GENODEF1HWV for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1HWV.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.