SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1SPY
GENODEF1SPY belongs to Volksbank Sued-Emsland EG in Emsbueren, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1SPY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | SPY |
| Bank | Volksbank Sued-Emsland EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Emsbueren |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Sued-Emsland 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.
- SPY 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 GENODEF1SPY?
GENODEF1SPY identifies Volksbank Sued-Emsland EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Sued-Emsland EG in Emsbueren, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need GENODEF1SPY for a euro transfer 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. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1SPY.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Sued-Emsland EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1SPY?
GENODEF1 points to the main office of Volksbank Sued-Emsland EG, while GENODEF1SPY is Volksbank Sued-Emsland EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GENODEF1SPY if the recipient asks for it.
Has Volksbank Sued-Emsland EG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Sued-Emsland EG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Sued-Emsland EG.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Sued-Emsland EG in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.