SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1LIG
GENODEF1LIG belongs to Volksbank Lingen EG in Lingen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1LIG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | LIG |
| Bank | Volksbank Lingen EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lingen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Lingen 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.
- LIG 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/BIC code GENODEF1LIG?
GENODEF1LIG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Lingen EG, a unit of Volksbank Lingen EG in Lingen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Volksbank Lingen EG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Lingen EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Lingen EG.
What happens if I use GENODEF1LIG with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1LIG with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1LIG?
GENODEF1 points to the main office of Volksbank Lingen EG, while GENODEF1LIG is Volksbank Lingen EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1LIG.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Lingen EG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1LIG for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need GENODEF1LIG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.