SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1RIW
GENODEF1RIW belongs to Vr-Bank Chiemgau-Sued EG in Reit Im Winkl, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1RIW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | RIW |
| Bank | Vr-Bank Chiemgau-Sued EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Reit Im Winkl |
| Country | Germany |
How the Vr-Bank Chiemgau-Sued 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.
- RIW 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 BIC GENODEF1RIW?
GENODEF1RIW identifies Vr-Bank Chiemgau-Sued EG, part of Vr-Bank Chiemgau-Sued EG in Reit Im Winkl, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODEF1RIW stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Vr-Bank Chiemgau-Sued EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and RIW is the code of the department Vr-Bank Chiemgau-Sued EG.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1RIW?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Vr-Bank Chiemgau-Sued EG, while GENODEF1RIW is Vr-Bank Chiemgau-Sued EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use GENODEF1RIW if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use GENODEF1RIW incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1RIW with the recipient before sending.
Do I need GENODEF1RIW to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need GENODEF1RIW.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Vr-Bank Chiemgau-Sued EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.