SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1KBY
GENODEF1KBY belongs to Waldecker Bank EG in Bad Arolsen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1KBY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | KBY |
| Bank | Waldecker Bank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bad Arolsen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Waldecker Bank 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.
- KBY 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 GENODEF1KBY?
GENODEF1KBY is the SWIFT/BIC code of Waldecker Bank EG, a branch or department of Waldecker Bank EG in Bad Arolsen, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Waldecker Bank EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1KBY for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1KBY.
What do the letters in GENODEF1KBY stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Waldecker Bank EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and KBY identifies the department Waldecker Bank EG.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1KBY?
GENODEF1 is the head office of Waldecker Bank EG, while GENODEF1KBY is Waldecker Bank EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1KBY.
What happens if I use GENODEF1KBY with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1KBY against the details from Waldecker Bank EG before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.