SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1KLK
GENODEF1KLK belongs to Kaltenkirchener Bank EG in Kaltenkirchen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1KLK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | KLK |
| Bank | Kaltenkirchener Bank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kaltenkirchen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Kaltenkirchener Bank EG 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.
- KLK 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1KLK?
GENODEF1KLK identifies Kaltenkirchener Bank EG, a branch or department of Kaltenkirchener Bank EG in Kaltenkirchen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need GENODEF1KLK for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1KLK.
How long does a transfer to Kaltenkirchener Bank EG take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use GENODEF1KLK incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODEF1KLK with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Kaltenkirchener Bank EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Does Kaltenkirchener Bank EG use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODEF1KLK is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Kaltenkirchener Bank 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.