SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1LIF
GENODEF1LIF belongs to Vr-Bank Lichtenfels-Ebern in Lichtenfels, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1LIF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | LIF |
| Bank | Vr-Bank Lichtenfels-Ebern |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lichtenfels |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr-Bank Lichtenfels-Ebern 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.
- LIF 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 code GENODEF1LIF?
GENODEF1LIF is the SWIFT/BIC code of Vr-Bank Lichtenfels-Ebern, a unit of Vr-Bank Lichtenfels-Ebern in Lichtenfels, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Vr-Bank Lichtenfels-Ebern in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use GENODEF1LIF incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1LIF with the recipient before sending.
Do I need GENODEF1LIF for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1LIF.
How long does a transfer to Vr-Bank Lichtenfels-Ebern 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.
What does each part of GENODEF1LIF stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Vr-Bank Lichtenfels-Ebern, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and LIF identifies the department Vr-Bank Lichtenfels-Ebern.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.