SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1VEC
GENODEF1VEC belongs to Volksbank Vechta EG in Vechta, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1VEC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | VEC |
| Bank | Volksbank Vechta EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Vechta |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Vechta 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.
- VEC 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/BIC code GENODEF1VEC?
GENODEF1VEC is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Vechta EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Vechta EG in Vechta, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Volksbank Vechta EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODEF1VEC is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Volksbank Vechta EG in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use GENODEF1VEC incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1VEC with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Vechta EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1VEC?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Volksbank Vechta EG, while GENODEF1VEC points to Volksbank Vechta EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use GENODEF1VEC if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need GENODEF1VEC to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need GENODEF1VEC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.