SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1LTH
GENODEF1LTH belongs to Volksbank Emstal EG in Lathen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1LTH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | LTH |
| Bank | Volksbank Emstal EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lathen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Emstal 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.
- LTH 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 GENODEF1LTH?
The code GENODEF1LTH belongs to Volksbank Emstal EG, a unit of Volksbank Emstal EG in Lathen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use GENODEF1LTH incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1LTH with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Volksbank Emstal EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODEF1LTH is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volksbank Emstal EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Emstal EG?
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.
Do I need GENODEF1LTH for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1LTH.
What does each part of GENODEF1LTH stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Emstal EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and LTH identifies the branch Volksbank Emstal EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.