SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1WOB
GENODEF1WOB belongs to Volksbank EG Braunschweig Wolfsburg in Wolfsburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1WOB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | WOB |
| Bank | Volksbank EG Braunschweig Wolfsburg |
| Branch | — |
| City | Wolfsburg |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank EG Braunschweig Wolfsburg SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- WOB 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 BIC GENODEF1WOB?
GENODEF1WOB identifies Volksbank EG Braunschweig Wolfsburg, part of Volksbank EG Braunschweig Wolfsburg in Wolfsburg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank EG Braunschweig Wolfsburg in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1WOB?
GENODEF1 points to the main office of Volksbank EG Braunschweig Wolfsburg, while GENODEF1WOB is Volksbank EG Braunschweig Wolfsburg. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1WOB.
Does Volksbank EG Braunschweig Wolfsburg have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank EG Braunschweig Wolfsburg in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1WOB incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1WOB with the recipient before sending.
Do I need GENODEF1WOB to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need GENODEF1WOB.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.