SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1RUY
GENODEF1RUY belongs to Volksbank Saaletal EG in Jena, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1RUY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | RUY |
| Bank | Volksbank Saaletal EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Jena |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Saaletal 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.
- RUY 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 SWIFT code GENODEF1RUY?
GENODEF1RUY identifies Volksbank Saaletal EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Saaletal EG in Jena, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Saaletal EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1RUY 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. For other currencies you do need GENODEF1RUY.
What does each part of GENODEF1RUY stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Saaletal EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and RUY is the code of the branch Volksbank Saaletal EG.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1RUY with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODEF1RUY with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Saaletal EG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.