SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1QLY
GENODEF1QLY belongs to Ostharzer Volksbank EG in Aschersleben, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1QLY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | QLY |
| Bank | Ostharzer Volksbank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Aschersleben |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Ostharzer Volksbank EG 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.
- QLY 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 branch is behind SWIFT code GENODEF1QLY?
GENODEF1QLY identifies Ostharzer Volksbank EG, part of Ostharzer Volksbank EG in Aschersleben, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of GENODEF1QLY mean?
GENO is the bank code of Ostharzer Volksbank EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and QLY is the code of the department Ostharzer Volksbank EG.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ostharzer Volksbank EG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1QLY?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Ostharzer Volksbank EG, while GENODEF1QLY is Ostharzer Volksbank EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use GENODEF1QLY if the recipient asks for it.
Does Ostharzer Volksbank EG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Ostharzer Volksbank EG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Ostharzer Volksbank EG take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. 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.