SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1OHX

GENODEF1OHX belongs to Volksbank EG in Bremervoerde, Germany.

GENODEF1OHX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODEF1OHX
8-character codeGENODEF1
Branch codeOHX
BankVolksbank EG
Branch—
CityBremervoerde
CountryGermany

How the Volksbank EG 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.
OHX 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 code GENODEF1OHX?

The code GENODEF1OHX belongs to Volksbank EG, a unit of Volksbank EG in Bremervoerde, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter GENODEF1OHX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1OHX against the details from Volksbank EG before sending.

Do I need GENODEF1OHX for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1OHX.

How long does a transfer to Volksbank EG take in Germany?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1OHX?

GENODEF1 is the main office of Volksbank EG, while GENODEF1OHX points to Volksbank EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use GENODEF1OHX if the recipient asks for it.

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