SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1PR2
GENODEF1PR2 belongs to Volksbank Pirna EG in Pirna, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1PR2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | PR2 |
| Bank | Volksbank Pirna EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Pirna |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Pirna 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.
- PR2 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 GENODEF1PR2?
GENODEF1PR2 identifies Volksbank Pirna EG, a unit of Volksbank Pirna EG in Pirna, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Volksbank Pirna EG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Pirna EG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Pirna EG.
Do I need GENODEF1PR2 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1PR2.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Pirna EG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Pirna EG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1PR2?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Volksbank Pirna EG, while GENODEF1PR2 is Volksbank Pirna EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODEF1PR2 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.