SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1WRY

GENODEF1WRY belongs to Volksbank EG Westrhauderfehn in Ostrhauderfehn, Germany.

GENODEF1WRY

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODEF1WRY
8-character codeGENODEF1
Branch codeWRY
BankVolksbank EG Westrhauderfehn
Branch—
CityOstrhauderfehn
CountryGermany

How the Volksbank EG Westrhauderfehn 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.
WRY 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 GENODEF1WRY?

GENODEF1WRY is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank EG Westrhauderfehn, a unit of Volksbank EG Westrhauderfehn in Ostrhauderfehn, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use GENODEF1WRY with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEF1WRY against the details from Volksbank EG Westrhauderfehn before sending.

What does each part of GENODEF1WRY stand for?

GENO is the bank code of Volksbank EG Westrhauderfehn, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and WRY identifies the branch Volksbank EG Westrhauderfehn.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank EG Westrhauderfehn in Germany?

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.

Do I need GENODEF1WRY to send euros to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need GENODEF1WRY.

How long does it take to send money to Volksbank EG Westrhauderfehn in Germany?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers 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.