SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1WRE
GENODEF1WRE belongs to Volksbank Westerstede EG in Westerstede, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1WRE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | WRE |
| Bank | Volksbank Westerstede EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Westerstede |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Westerstede EG 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.
- WRE 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 uses SWIFT code GENODEF1WRE?
GENODEF1WRE is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Westerstede EG, a unit of Volksbank Westerstede EG in Westerstede, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODEF1WRE stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Westerstede EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and WRE identifies the department Volksbank Westerstede EG.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Westerstede EG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1WRE for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to 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 GENODEF1WRE.
What happens if I use GENODEF1WRE incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEF1WRE with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Westerstede EG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.