SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1PAP
GENODEF1PAP belongs to Volksbank Papenburg EG in Papenburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1PAP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | PAP |
| Bank | Volksbank Papenburg EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Papenburg |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Papenburg 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.
- PAP 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 code GENODEF1PAP?
GENODEF1PAP identifies Volksbank Papenburg EG, part of Volksbank Papenburg EG in Papenburg, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in GENODEF1PAP mean?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Papenburg EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and PAP identifies the department Volksbank Papenburg EG.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Papenburg EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Papenburg EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1PAP incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1PAP with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need GENODEF1PAP for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1PAP.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.