SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1VAR
GENODEF1VAR belongs to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Varel-Nordenham EG in Varel, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1VAR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | VAR |
| Bank | Raiffeisen-Volksbank Varel-Nordenham EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Varel |
| Country | Germany |
How the Raiffeisen-Volksbank Varel-Nordenham 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.
- VAR 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 BIC GENODEF1VAR?
GENODEF1VAR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisen-Volksbank Varel-Nordenham EG, a unit of Raiffeisen-Volksbank Varel-Nordenham EG in Varel, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Varel-Nordenham EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1VAR for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need GENODEF1VAR.
Has Raiffeisen-Volksbank Varel-Nordenham EG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Raiffeisen-Volksbank Varel-Nordenham EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Raiffeisen-Volksbank Varel-Nordenham EG.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Varel-Nordenham EG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1VAR?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Raiffeisen-Volksbank Varel-Nordenham EG, while GENODEF1VAR is Raiffeisen-Volksbank Varel-Nordenham EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1VAR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.