SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1BOW
GENODEM1BOW belongs to Volksbank Bochum Witten EG in Witten, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1BOW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | BOW |
| Bank | Volksbank Bochum Witten EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Witten |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Bochum Witten 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.
- BOW 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 SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1BOW?
GENODEM1BOW identifies Volksbank Bochum Witten EG, part of Volksbank Bochum Witten EG in Witten, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use GENODEM1BOW incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODEM1BOW against the details from Volksbank Bochum Witten EG before you confirm.
Do I need GENODEM1BOW to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need GENODEM1BOW.
What does each part of GENODEM1BOW mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Bochum Witten EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, M1 is the location code and BOW is the code of the department Volksbank Bochum Witten EG.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Bochum Witten EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use GENODEM1 instead of GENODEM1BOW?
GENODEM1 is the head office of Volksbank Bochum Witten EG, while GENODEM1BOW points to Volksbank Bochum Witten EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEM1BOW.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.