SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1Z01
GENODEF1Z01 belongs to Volksbank Zwickau EG in Zwickau, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1Z01 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | Z01 |
| Bank | Volksbank Zwickau EG |
| Branch | Location 08056 Zwickau |
| City | Zwickau |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Zwickau 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.
- Z01 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code GENODEF1Z01?
The code GENODEF1Z01 belongs to Location 08056 Zwickau, part of Volksbank Zwickau EG in Zwickau, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of GENODEF1Z01 stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Zwickau EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and Z01 identifies the department Location 08056 Zwickau.
Does Volksbank Zwickau EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODEF1Z01 is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Volksbank Zwickau EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Zwickau EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEF1Z01 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GENODEF1Z01.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1Z01?
GENODEF1 is the main office of Volksbank Zwickau EG, while GENODEF1Z01 is Location 08056 Zwickau. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEF1Z01.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.