SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1WAS
GENODEF1WAS belongs to Raiffeisenbank EG Wasbek in Wasbek, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1WAS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | WAS |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank EG Wasbek |
| Branch | — |
| City | Wasbek |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Raiffeisenbank EG Wasbek 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.
- WAS 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code GENODEF1WAS?
GENODEF1WAS identifies Raiffeisenbank EG Wasbek, part of Raiffeisenbank EG Wasbek in Wasbek, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need GENODEF1WAS for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1WAS.
How long does a transfer to Raiffeisenbank EG Wasbek take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1WAS?
GENODEF1 is the head office of Raiffeisenbank EG Wasbek, while GENODEF1WAS points to Raiffeisenbank EG Wasbek. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODEF1WAS if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisenbank EG Wasbek?
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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1WAS with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODEF1WAS 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.