SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1QFT
GENODEF1QFT belongs to Volksbank Halle (Saale) in Querfurt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1QFT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | QFT |
| Bank | Volksbank Halle (Saale) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Querfurt |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Halle (Saale) SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- QFT 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/BIC code GENODEF1QFT?
GENODEF1QFT identifies Volksbank Halle (Saale), a branch or department of Volksbank Halle (Saale) in Querfurt, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1QFT incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1QFT against the details from Volksbank Halle (Saale) before sending.
What do the letters in GENODEF1QFT stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Halle (Saale), DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and QFT is the code of the branch Volksbank Halle (Saale).
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Halle (Saale)?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need GENODEF1QFT to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1QFT.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Halle (Saale)?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers 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.