SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1OKY
GENODEF1OKY belongs to Raiffeisenbank Kirchweihtal EG in Oberostendorf, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1OKY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | OKY |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Kirchweihtal EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Oberostendorf |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Raiffeisenbank Kirchweihtal 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.
- OKY 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1OKY?
GENODEF1OKY is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisenbank Kirchweihtal EG, part of Raiffeisenbank Kirchweihtal EG in Oberostendorf, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODEF1OKY mean?
GENO is the bank code of Raiffeisenbank Kirchweihtal EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and OKY identifies the department Raiffeisenbank Kirchweihtal EG.
Do I need GENODEF1OKY for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1OKY.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1OKY?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Raiffeisenbank Kirchweihtal EG, while GENODEF1OKY is Raiffeisenbank Kirchweihtal EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GENODEF1OKY if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisenbank Kirchweihtal EG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisenbank Kirchweihtal EG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.