SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1SEY

GENODEF1SEY belongs to Volksbank EG in Seesen, Germany.

GENODEF1SEY

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODEF1SEY
8-character codeGENODEF1
Branch codeSEY
BankVolksbank EG
Branch—
CitySeesen
CountryGermany

The way the Volksbank 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.
SEY 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 SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1SEY?

GENODEF1SEY identifies Volksbank EG, a branch or department of Volksbank EG in Seesen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use GENODEF1SEY with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1SEY with the recipient before sending.

What do the letters in GENODEF1SEY stand for?

GENO is the institution code of Volksbank EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and SEY is the code of the department Volksbank EG.

Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1SEY?

GENODEF1 points to the head office of Volksbank EG, while GENODEF1SEY points to Volksbank EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1SEY.

What is the best way to send money to Volksbank EG?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

Does Volksbank EG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 35 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank EG.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.