SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1SFO
GENODEF1SFO belongs to Raiffeisenbank Kempten-Oberallgaeu EG in Sonthofen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1SFO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | SFO |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Kempten-Oberallgaeu EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Sonthofen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Raiffeisenbank Kempten-Oberallgaeu 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.
- SFO 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 uses SWIFT code GENODEF1SFO?
GENODEF1SFO is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisenbank Kempten-Oberallgaeu EG, a branch or department of Raiffeisenbank Kempten-Oberallgaeu EG in Sonthofen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisenbank Kempten-Oberallgaeu EG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1SFO incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODEF1SFO against the details from Raiffeisenbank Kempten-Oberallgaeu EG before you confirm.
Do I need GENODEF1SFO for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need GENODEF1SFO.
How long does a transfer to Raiffeisenbank Kempten-Oberallgaeu EG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in GENODEF1SFO mean?
GENO is the institution code of Raiffeisenbank Kempten-Oberallgaeu EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and SFO is the code of the department Raiffeisenbank Kempten-Oberallgaeu EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.