SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1PFI
GENODEF1PFI belongs to Hallertauer Volksbank EG in Pfaffenhofen (Ilm), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1PFI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | PFI |
| Bank | Hallertauer Volksbank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Pfaffenhofen (Ilm) |
| Country | Germany |
How the Hallertauer 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.
- PFI 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 bank is behind SWIFT code GENODEF1PFI?
The code GENODEF1PFI belongs to Hallertauer Volksbank EG, a branch or department of Hallertauer Volksbank EG in Pfaffenhofen (Ilm), Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Hallertauer Volksbank EG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Do I need GENODEF1PFI to send euros 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 GENODEF1PFI.
What do the letters in GENODEF1PFI stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Hallertauer Volksbank EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and PFI identifies the department Hallertauer Volksbank EG.
How long does it take to send money to Hallertauer Volksbank EG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1PFI incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1PFI against the details from Hallertauer Volksbank EG before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.