SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1PA1
GENODEF1PA1 belongs to Vr-Bank Passau EG in Passau, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1PA1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | PA1 |
| Bank | Vr-Bank Passau EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Passau |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr-Bank Passau 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.
- PA1 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 GENODEF1PA1?
GENODEF1PA1 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Vr-Bank Passau EG, part of Vr-Bank Passau EG in Passau, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use GENODEF1PA1 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1PA1 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Vr-Bank Passau EG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1PA1?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Vr-Bank Passau EG, while GENODEF1PA1 is Vr-Bank Passau EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GENODEF1PA1 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Vr-Bank Passau EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1PA1 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1PA1.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.