SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1WFV
GENODEF1WFV belongs to Volksbank EG in Wolfenbuettel, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1WFV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | WFV |
| Bank | Volksbank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Wolfenbuettel |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank 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.
- WFV 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 GENODEF1WFV?
GENODEF1WFV identifies Volksbank EG, a unit of Volksbank EG in Wolfenbuettel, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need GENODEF1WFV to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need GENODEF1WFV.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank EG?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank EG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1WFV?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Volksbank EG, while GENODEF1WFV is Volksbank EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use GENODEF1WFV if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODEF1WFV stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and WFV identifies the department Volksbank EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.