SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1WIY
GENODEF1WIY belongs to Wiesbadener Volksbank EG in Wiesbaden, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1WIY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | WIY |
| Bank | Wiesbadener Volksbank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Wiesbaden |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Wiesbadener Volksbank EG SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- WIY 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 uses BIC GENODEF1WIY?
The code GENODEF1WIY belongs to Wiesbadener Volksbank EG, part of Wiesbadener Volksbank EG in Wiesbaden, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Wiesbadener Volksbank EG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Wiesbadener Volksbank EG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need GENODEF1WIY to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1WIY.
How long does a transfer to Wiesbadener Volksbank EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1WIY?
GENODEF1 is the head office of Wiesbadener Volksbank EG, while GENODEF1WIY points to Wiesbadener Volksbank EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1WIY.
What is the best way to send money to Wiesbadener Volksbank EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.