SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1VIY

GENODEF1VIY belongs to Volksbank Vilshofen EG in Aidenbach, Germany.

GENODEF1VIY

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODEF1VIY
8-character codeGENODEF1
Branch codeVIY
BankVolksbank Vilshofen EG
Branch—
CityAidenbach
CountryGermany

How 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.
VIY 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 code GENODEF1VIY?

The code GENODEF1VIY belongs to Volksbank Vilshofen EG, a unit of Volksbank Vilshofen EG in Aidenbach, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of GENODEF1VIY stand for?

GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Vilshofen EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and VIY identifies the branch Volksbank Vilshofen EG.

What happens if I enter GENODEF1VIY with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1VIY with the recipient before sending.

Has Volksbank Vilshofen EG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Vilshofen EG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1VIY?

GENODEF1 points to the head office of Volksbank Vilshofen EG, while GENODEF1VIY is Volksbank Vilshofen EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1VIY.

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