SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1GBU
GENODEM1GBU belongs to Volksbank Ruhr Mitte EG in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1GBU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | GBU |
| Bank | Volksbank Ruhr Mitte EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Gelsenkirchen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Ruhr Mitte 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.
- GBU 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 uses SWIFT code GENODEM1GBU?
The code GENODEM1GBU belongs to Volksbank Ruhr Mitte EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Ruhr Mitte EG in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Ruhr Mitte EG take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEM1GBU to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need GENODEM1GBU.
What happens if I enter GENODEM1GBU incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODEM1GBU against the details from Volksbank Ruhr Mitte EG before sending.
Does Volksbank Ruhr Mitte EG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Ruhr Mitte EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Ruhr Mitte EG.
Can I use GENODEM1 instead of GENODEM1GBU?
GENODEM1 is the head office of Volksbank Ruhr Mitte EG, while GENODEM1GBU points to Volksbank Ruhr Mitte EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEM1GBU.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.