SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1VBD

GENODEF1VBD belongs to Volksbank Darmstadt-Suedhessen EG in Darmstadt, Germany.

GENODEF1VBD

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODEF1VBD
8-character codeGENODEF1
Branch codeVBD
BankVolksbank Darmstadt-Suedhessen EG
Branch—
CityDarmstadt
CountryGermany

The way the Volksbank Darmstadt-Suedhessen 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.
VBD 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/BIC code GENODEF1VBD?

GENODEF1VBD identifies Volksbank Darmstadt-Suedhessen EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Darmstadt-Suedhessen EG in Darmstadt, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1VBD?

GENODEF1 points to the head office of Volksbank Darmstadt-Suedhessen EG, while GENODEF1VBD is Volksbank Darmstadt-Suedhessen EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1VBD.

What does each part of GENODEF1VBD stand for?

GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Darmstadt-Suedhessen EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and VBD identifies the branch Volksbank Darmstadt-Suedhessen EG.

How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Darmstadt-Suedhessen EG in Germany?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need GENODEF1VBD 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 GENODEF1VBD.

What happens if I enter GENODEF1VBD incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1VBD with the recipient before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.