SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1SYL
GENODEF1SYL belongs to Sylter Bank EG in Westerland (Sylt), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1SYL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | SYL |
| Bank | Sylter Bank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Westerland (Sylt) |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sylter Bank 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.
- SYL 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 uses BIC GENODEF1SYL?
GENODEF1SYL identifies Sylter Bank EG, part of Sylter Bank EG in Westerland (Sylt), Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Sylter Bank EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1SYL to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1SYL.
What does each part of GENODEF1SYL mean?
GENO is the institution code of Sylter Bank EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and SYL identifies the department Sylter Bank EG.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1SYL with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1SYL against the details from Sylter Bank EG before you confirm.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1SYL?
GENODEF1 points to the main office of Sylter Bank EG, while GENODEF1SYL is Sylter Bank EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use GENODEF1SYL if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.