SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1BIE
GENODEM1BIE belongs to Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG in Bielefeld, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1BIE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | BIE |
| Bank | Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bielefeld |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh 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).
- M1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BIE 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 SWIFT code GENODEM1BIE?
The code GENODEM1BIE belongs to Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG in Bielefeld, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use GENODEM1 instead of GENODEM1BIE?
GENODEM1 points to the head office of Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG, while GENODEM1BIE is Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEM1BIE.
Has Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG.
What do the letters in GENODEM1BIE mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG, DE stands for Germany, M1 is the location code and BIE identifies the department Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG.
What happens if I use GENODEM1BIE incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEM1BIE against the details from Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Bielefeld-Guetersloh EG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.