SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1SYY
GENODEF1SYY belongs to Sylter Bank EG in Westerland, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1SYY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | SYY |
| Bank | Sylter Bank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Westerland |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sylter Bank 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.
- SYY 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 code GENODEF1SYY?
GENODEF1SYY identifies Sylter Bank EG, part of Sylter Bank EG in Westerland, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1SYY with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1SYY against the details from Sylter Bank EG before you confirm.
Does Sylter Bank EG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sylter Bank EG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Sylter Bank EG.
How long does it take to send money to Sylter Bank EG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1SYY for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you do need GENODEF1SYY.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1SYY?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Sylter Bank EG, while GENODEF1SYY points to Sylter Bank EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GENODEF1SYY 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.