SWIFT/BIC code GENODEF1ZIR
GENODEF1ZIR belongs to Raiffeisenbank Bibertgrund EG in Zirndorf, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEF1ZIR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEF1 |
| Branch code | ZIR |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Bibertgrund EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Zirndorf |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Raiffeisenbank Bibertgrund 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.
- ZIR 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 uses BIC GENODEF1ZIR?
GENODEF1ZIR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Raiffeisenbank Bibertgrund EG, part of Raiffeisenbank Bibertgrund EG in Zirndorf, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need GENODEF1ZIR for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of 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 still need GENODEF1ZIR.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisenbank Bibertgrund EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in GENODEF1ZIR mean?
GENO is the bank code of Raiffeisenbank Bibertgrund EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and ZIR identifies the branch Raiffeisenbank Bibertgrund EG.
Can I use GENODEF1 instead of GENODEF1ZIR?
GENODEF1 points to the head office of Raiffeisenbank Bibertgrund EG, while GENODEF1ZIR is Raiffeisenbank Bibertgrund EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GENODEF1ZIR if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use GENODEF1ZIR incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEF1ZIR against the details from Raiffeisenbank Bibertgrund EG before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.