SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1PAT
GENODEF1PAT belongs to Volksbank EG in Pattensen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1PAT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | PAT |
| Bank | Volksbank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Pattensen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank 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.
- PAT 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 uses SWIFT code GENODEF1PAT?
GENODEF1PAT identifies Volksbank EG, a unit of Volksbank EG in Pattensen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1PAT incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1PAT with the recipient before sending.
Has Volksbank EG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 35 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1PAT 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 do need GENODEF1PAT.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank EG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.