SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1OBG
GENODEF1OBG belongs to Volksbank Osterburg EG in Osterburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1OBG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | OBG |
| Bank | Volksbank Osterburg EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Osterburg |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Osterburg 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.
- OBG 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1OBG?
GENODEF1OBG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Osterburg EG, part of Volksbank Osterburg EG in Osterburg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1OBG?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Volksbank Osterburg EG, while GENODEF1OBG points to Volksbank Osterburg EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1OBG.
Does Volksbank Osterburg EG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODEF1OBG is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Volksbank Osterburg EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use GENODEF1OBG incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1OBG against the details from Volksbank Osterburg EG before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Osterburg EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of GENODEF1OBG mean?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Osterburg EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and OBG identifies the department Volksbank Osterburg EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.