SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1WHY
GENODEF1WHY belongs to Volksbank Wilhelmshaven EG in Wilhelmshaven, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1WHY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | WHY |
| Bank | Volksbank Wilhelmshaven EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Wilhelmshaven |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Wilhelmshaven 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.
- WHY 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 code GENODEF1WHY?
GENODEF1WHY is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Wilhelmshaven EG, a unit of Volksbank Wilhelmshaven EG in Wilhelmshaven, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1WHY incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODEF1WHY with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Wilhelmshaven EG?
Banks often 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 do the letters in GENODEF1WHY stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Wilhelmshaven EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and WHY identifies the department Volksbank Wilhelmshaven EG.
Does Volksbank Wilhelmshaven EG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Wilhelmshaven EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Wilhelmshaven EG.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Wilhelmshaven EG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.