SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1BAU
GENODEM1BAU belongs to Volksbank Baumberge EG in Billerbeck, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1BAU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | BAU |
| Bank | Volksbank Baumberge EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Billerbeck |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Baumberge 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).
- M1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BAU 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 uses BIC GENODEM1BAU?
GENODEM1BAU identifies Volksbank Baumberge EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Baumberge EG in Billerbeck, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Volksbank Baumberge EG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODEM1BAU is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volksbank Baumberge EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Do I need GENODEM1BAU to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need GENODEM1BAU.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Baumberge EG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Baumberge EG in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use GENODEM1 instead of GENODEM1BAU?
GENODEM1 points to the head office of Volksbank Baumberge EG, while GENODEM1BAU points to Volksbank Baumberge EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use GENODEM1BAU if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.