SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1WUY

GENODEF1WUY belongs to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Wuerzburg EG in Karlstadt, Germany.

GENODEF1WUY

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODEF1WUY
8-character codeGENODEF1
Branch codeWUY
BankVolksbank Raiffeisenbank Wuerzburg EG
Branch—
CityKarlstadt
CountryGermany

How the Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Wuerzburg 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.
WUY 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 is behind SWIFT code GENODEF1WUY?

The code GENODEF1WUY belongs to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Wuerzburg EG, a unit of Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Wuerzburg EG in Karlstadt, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Wuerzburg EG take in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need GENODEF1WUY for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need GENODEF1WUY.

Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1WUY?

GENODEF1 points to the main office of Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Wuerzburg EG, while GENODEF1WUY is Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Wuerzburg EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1WUY.

What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Wuerzburg EG?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Wuerzburg EG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Wuerzburg EG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Wuerzburg EG.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.