SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1M06
GENODEF1M06 belongs to Merkur Bank Kgaa in Muenchen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1M06 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | M06 |
| Bank | Merkur Bank Kgaa |
| Branch | — |
| City | Muenchen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Merkur Bank Kgaa 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.
- M06 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 GENODEF1M06?
GENODEF1M06 identifies Merkur Bank Kgaa, a branch or department of Merkur Bank Kgaa in Muenchen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Merkur Bank Kgaa?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1M06 to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need GENODEF1M06.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Merkur Bank Kgaa 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.
What happens if I use GENODEF1M06 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1M06 against the details from Merkur Bank Kgaa before sending.
Does Merkur Bank Kgaa have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Merkur Bank Kgaa in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.