SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1BRI
GENODEM1BRI belongs to Volksbank Brilon, Zndl der Volksbank Brilon-Bueren-Salzkotten EG in Brilon, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1BRI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | BRI |
| Bank | Volksbank Brilon, Zndl der Volksbank Brilon-Bueren-Salzkotten EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Brilon |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Brilon, Zndl der Volksbank Brilon-Bueren-Salzkotten EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- BRI 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 is behind BIC GENODEM1BRI?
The code GENODEM1BRI belongs to Volksbank Brilon, Zndl der Volksbank Brilon-Bueren-Salzkotten EG, part of Volksbank Brilon, Zndl der Volksbank Brilon-Bueren-Salzkotten EG in Brilon, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Brilon, Zndl der Volksbank Brilon-Bueren-Salzkotten EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEM1BRI to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need GENODEM1BRI.
What do the letters in GENODEM1BRI mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Brilon, Zndl der Volksbank Brilon-Bueren-Salzkotten EG, DE stands for Germany, M1 is the code for the city or region and BRI identifies the department Volksbank Brilon, Zndl der Volksbank Brilon-Bueren-Salzkotten EG.
Does Volksbank Brilon, Zndl der Volksbank Brilon-Bueren-Salzkotten EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODEM1BRI is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volksbank Brilon, Zndl der Volksbank Brilon-Bueren-Salzkotten EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Brilon, Zndl der Volksbank Brilon-Bueren-Salzkotten EG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.