SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1VAG
GENODEF1VAG belongs to Volksbank Ahlhorn-Grossenkneten EG in Grossenkneten, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1VAG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | VAG |
| Bank | Volksbank Ahlhorn-Grossenkneten EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Grossenkneten |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Ahlhorn-Grossenkneten EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- VAG 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 uses SWIFT code GENODEF1VAG?
The code GENODEF1VAG belongs to Volksbank Ahlhorn-Grossenkneten EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Ahlhorn-Grossenkneten EG in Grossenkneten, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1VAG?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Volksbank Ahlhorn-Grossenkneten EG, while GENODEF1VAG is Volksbank Ahlhorn-Grossenkneten EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1VAG.
What do the letters in GENODEF1VAG stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Ahlhorn-Grossenkneten EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and VAG identifies the branch Volksbank Ahlhorn-Grossenkneten EG.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1VAG with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1VAG with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Ahlhorn-Grossenkneten EG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Volksbank Ahlhorn-Grossenkneten EG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODEF1VAG is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Volksbank Ahlhorn-Grossenkneten EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.