SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1RGE

GENODEF1RGE belongs to Vr-Bank EG in Regen, Germany.

GENODEF1RGE

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODEF1RGE
8-character codeGENODEF1
Branch codeRGE
BankVr-Bank EG
Branch—
CityRegen
CountryGermany

How the Vr-Bank 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.
RGE 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 bank uses BIC GENODEF1RGE?

GENODEF1RGE is the SWIFT/BIC code of Vr-Bank EG, part of Vr-Bank EG in Regen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of GENODEF1RGE mean?

GENO is the bank code of Vr-Bank EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and RGE identifies the department Vr-Bank EG.

What is the best way to send money to Vr-Bank EG in Germany?

Many banks add several percent 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 GENODEF1RGE?

GENODEF1 points to the main office of Vr-Bank EG, while GENODEF1RGE is Vr-Bank EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use GENODEF1RGE if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Vr-Bank EG take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need GENODEF1RGE for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1RGE.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.