SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1WYK
GENODEF1WYK belongs to Foehr-Amrumer Bank EG in Wyk (Foehr), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1WYK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | WYK |
| Bank | Foehr-Amrumer Bank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Wyk (Foehr) |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Foehr-Amrumer Bank 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.
- WYK 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 GENODEF1WYK?
The code GENODEF1WYK belongs to Foehr-Amrumer Bank EG, a unit of Foehr-Amrumer Bank EG in Wyk (Foehr), Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Foehr-Amrumer Bank EG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODEF1WYK is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Foehr-Amrumer Bank EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter GENODEF1WYK incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1WYK against the details from Foehr-Amrumer Bank EG before sending.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1WYK?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Foehr-Amrumer Bank EG, while GENODEF1WYK is Foehr-Amrumer Bank EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1WYK.
What does each part of GENODEF1WYK stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Foehr-Amrumer Bank EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and WYK is the code of the branch Foehr-Amrumer Bank EG.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Foehr-Amrumer Bank EG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers 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.