SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1S11
GENODEF1S11 belongs to Sparda-Bank Hamburg EG in Hamburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1S11 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | S11 |
| Bank | Sparda-Bank Hamburg EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hamburg |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparda-Bank Hamburg 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.
- S11 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 SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1S11?
GENODEF1S11 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sparda-Bank Hamburg EG, part of Sparda-Bank Hamburg EG in Hamburg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1S11?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Sparda-Bank Hamburg EG, while GENODEF1S11 points to Sparda-Bank Hamburg EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use GENODEF1S11 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of GENODEF1S11 stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Sparda-Bank Hamburg EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and S11 identifies the branch Sparda-Bank Hamburg EG.
What is the best way to send money to Sparda-Bank Hamburg EG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1S11 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1S11 with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Sparda-Bank Hamburg EG take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments 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.