SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1WOP
GENODEF1WOP belongs to Volksbank Worpswede EG in Worpswede, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1WOP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | WOP |
| Bank | Volksbank Worpswede EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Worpswede |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Worpswede 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.
- WOP 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1WOP?
GENODEF1WOP is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Worpswede EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Worpswede EG in Worpswede, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Worpswede EG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Worpswede EG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1WOP 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 still need GENODEF1WOP.
What happens if I use GENODEF1WOP with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1WOP against the details from Volksbank Worpswede EG before sending.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1WOP?
GENODEF1 points to the main office of Volksbank Worpswede EG, while GENODEF1WOP is Volksbank Worpswede EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1WOP.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.