SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1VIV

GENODEF1VIV belongs to Volksbank Vilshofen EG in Vilshofen, Germany.

GENODEF1VIV

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODEF1VIV
8-character codeGENODEF1
Branch codeVIV
BankVolksbank Vilshofen EG
Branch—
CityVilshofen
CountryGermany

The way the Volksbank Vilshofen 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.
VIV 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1VIV?

The code GENODEF1VIV belongs to Volksbank Vilshofen EG, part of Volksbank Vilshofen EG in Vilshofen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Vilshofen EG in Germany?

Banks often add several percent 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 GENODEF1VIV?

GENODEF1 is the main office of Volksbank Vilshofen EG, while GENODEF1VIV points to Volksbank Vilshofen EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use GENODEF1VIV if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in GENODEF1VIV stand for?

GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Vilshofen EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and VIV is the code of the department Volksbank Vilshofen EG.

How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Vilshofen EG?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need GENODEF1VIV for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need GENODEF1VIV.

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