SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1SOL
GENODEF1SOL belongs to Volksbank Lueneburger Heide EG in Walsrode, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1SOL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | SOL |
| Bank | Volksbank Lueneburger Heide EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Walsrode |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Lueneburger Heide EG SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- SOL 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1SOL?
GENODEF1SOL is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Lueneburger Heide EG, a unit of Volksbank Lueneburger Heide EG in Walsrode, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1SOL?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Volksbank Lueneburger Heide EG, while GENODEF1SOL points to Volksbank Lueneburger Heide EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1SOL.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Lueneburger Heide EG in Germany?
Banks often 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.
Does Volksbank Lueneburger Heide EG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Lueneburger Heide EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Lueneburger Heide EG.
Do I need GENODEF1SOL to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GENODEF1SOL.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Lueneburger Heide EG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.