SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1N02

GENODEF1N02 belongs to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Nuernberg EG in Nuernberg, Germany.

GENODEF1N02

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODEF1N02
8-character codeGENODEF1
Branch codeN02
BankVolksbank Raiffeisenbank Nuernberg EG
Branch—
CityNuernberg
CountryGermany

How the Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Nuernberg 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.
N02 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 BIC GENODEF1N02?

The code GENODEF1N02 belongs to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Nuernberg EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Nuernberg EG in Nuernberg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of GENODEF1N02 mean?

GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Nuernberg EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and N02 identifies the department Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Nuernberg EG.

What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Nuernberg EG in Germany?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1N02?

GENODEF1 points to the head office of Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Nuernberg EG, while GENODEF1N02 is Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Nuernberg EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODEF1N02 if the recipient asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Nuernberg EG in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need GENODEF1N02 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. If you send another currency you do need GENODEF1N02.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.