SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1THG
GENODEF1THG belongs to Raiffeisenbank Lech-Ammersee EG in Vilgertshofen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1THG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | THG |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Lech-Ammersee EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Vilgertshofen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Raiffeisenbank Lech-Ammersee 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.
- THG 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
What bank uses BIC GENODEF1THG?
GENODEF1THG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisenbank Lech-Ammersee EG, a branch or department of Raiffeisenbank Lech-Ammersee EG in Vilgertshofen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1THG?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Raiffeisenbank Lech-Ammersee EG, while GENODEF1THG is Raiffeisenbank Lech-Ammersee EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1THG.
What do the letters in GENODEF1THG stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Raiffeisenbank Lech-Ammersee EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and THG identifies the department Raiffeisenbank Lech-Ammersee EG.
Do I need GENODEF1THG for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1THG.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisenbank Lech-Ammersee EG?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Raiffeisenbank Lech-Ammersee EG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive 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.