SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1SUL
GENODEF1SUL belongs to Volksbank EG in Sulingen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1SUL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | SUL |
| Bank | Volksbank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Sulingen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank 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.
- SUL 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 BIC GENODEF1SUL?
The code GENODEF1SUL belongs to Volksbank EG, a unit of Volksbank EG in Sulingen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank 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.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1SUL?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Volksbank EG, while GENODEF1SUL points to Volksbank EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GENODEF1SUL if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank EG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1SUL to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to 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 GENODEF1SUL.
Has Volksbank EG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 35 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.