SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1S12
GENODEF1S12 belongs to Sparda-Bank Hessen EG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1S12 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | S12 |
| Bank | Sparda-Bank Hessen EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparda-Bank Hessen 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.
- S12 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 uses BIC GENODEF1S12?
GENODEF1S12 identifies Sparda-Bank Hessen EG, a unit of Sparda-Bank Hessen EG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1S12?
GENODEF1 is the head office of Sparda-Bank Hessen EG, while GENODEF1S12 points to Sparda-Bank Hessen EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GENODEF1S12 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of GENODEF1S12 mean?
GENO is the bank code of Sparda-Bank Hessen EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and S12 identifies the branch Sparda-Bank Hessen EG.
Does Sparda-Bank Hessen EG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sparda-Bank Hessen EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use GENODEF1S12 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1S12 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparda-Bank Hessen EG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services 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.