SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1R0Y
GENODEF1R0Y belongs to Volksbank Regensburg EG in Kelheim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1R0Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | R0Y |
| Bank | Volksbank Regensburg EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kelheim |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Regensburg 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.
- R0Y 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 BIC GENODEF1R0Y?
The code GENODEF1R0Y belongs to Volksbank Regensburg EG, a unit of Volksbank Regensburg EG in Kelheim, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of GENODEF1R0Y mean?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Regensburg EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and R0Y identifies the department Volksbank Regensburg EG.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Regensburg EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1R0Y to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need GENODEF1R0Y.
What happens if I use GENODEF1R0Y with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODEF1R0Y with the recipient before sending.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1R0Y?
GENODEF1 is the head office of Volksbank Regensburg EG, while GENODEF1R0Y points to Volksbank Regensburg EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1R0Y.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.