SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1SHY
GENODEF1SHY belongs to Volksbank EG, Bassum, Stuhr, Syke in Syke, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1SHY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | SHY |
| Bank | Volksbank EG, Bassum, Stuhr, Syke |
| Branch | — |
| City | Syke |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank EG, Bassum, Stuhr, Syke 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.
- SHY 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 GENODEF1SHY?
GENODEF1SHY is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank EG, Bassum, Stuhr, Syke, a branch or department of Volksbank EG, Bassum, Stuhr, Syke in Syke, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank EG, Bassum, Stuhr, Syke take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1SHY for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1SHY.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank EG, Bassum, Stuhr, Syke in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in GENODEF1SHY stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank EG, Bassum, Stuhr, Syke, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and SHY identifies the branch Volksbank EG, Bassum, Stuhr, Syke.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1SHY?
GENODEF1 is the head office of Volksbank EG, Bassum, Stuhr, Syke, while GENODEF1SHY is Volksbank EG, Bassum, Stuhr, Syke. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1SHY.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.