SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1SBC
GENODEF1SBC belongs to Raiffeisenbank Chiemgau-Nord-Obing EG in Seebruck, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1SBC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | SBC |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Chiemgau-Nord-Obing EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Seebruck |
| Country | Germany |
How the Raiffeisenbank Chiemgau-Nord-Obing 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.
- SBC 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 SWIFT code GENODEF1SBC?
The code GENODEF1SBC belongs to Raiffeisenbank Chiemgau-Nord-Obing EG, a unit of Raiffeisenbank Chiemgau-Nord-Obing EG in Seebruck, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need GENODEF1SBC 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 GENODEF1SBC.
How long does a transfer to Raiffeisenbank Chiemgau-Nord-Obing EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisenbank Chiemgau-Nord-Obing 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.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1SBC?
GENODEF1 is the head office of Raiffeisenbank Chiemgau-Nord-Obing EG, while GENODEF1SBC points to Raiffeisenbank Chiemgau-Nord-Obing EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1SBC.
What do the letters in GENODEF1SBC mean?
GENO is the institution code of Raiffeisenbank Chiemgau-Nord-Obing EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and SBC identifies the department Raiffeisenbank Chiemgau-Nord-Obing EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.