SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1KFB
GENODEF1KFB belongs to Vr Bank Kaufbeuren-Ostallgau EG in Kaufbeuren, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1KFB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | KFB |
| Bank | Vr Bank Kaufbeuren-Ostallgau EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kaufbeuren |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr Bank Kaufbeuren-Ostallgau 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.
- KFB 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 GENODEF1KFB?
GENODEF1KFB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Vr Bank Kaufbeuren-Ostallgau EG, a unit of Vr Bank Kaufbeuren-Ostallgau EG in Kaufbeuren, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Vr Bank Kaufbeuren-Ostallgau EG use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODEF1KFB is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Vr Bank Kaufbeuren-Ostallgau EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Vr Bank Kaufbeuren-Ostallgau EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1KFB to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1KFB.
What happens if I use GENODEF1KFB with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1KFB against the details from Vr Bank Kaufbeuren-Ostallgau EG before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Vr Bank Kaufbeuren-Ostallgau EG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives 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.