SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1PRE
GENODEF1PRE belongs to Volksbank Forchheim EG in Pretzfeld, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1PRE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | PRE |
| Bank | Volksbank Forchheim EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Pretzfeld |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Forchheim 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.
- PRE 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 GENODEF1PRE?
The code GENODEF1PRE belongs to Volksbank Forchheim EG, part of Volksbank Forchheim EG in Pretzfeld, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use GENODEF1PRE with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1PRE against the details from Volksbank Forchheim EG before sending.
Has Volksbank Forchheim EG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Forchheim EG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Forchheim EG.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Forchheim EG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1PRE?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Volksbank Forchheim EG, while GENODEF1PRE points to Volksbank Forchheim EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODEF1PRE if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Forchheim EG take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.