SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1GRN
GENODEM1GRN belongs to Volksbank Gronau-Ahaus EG in Gronau, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1GRN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | GRN |
| Bank | Volksbank Gronau-Ahaus EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Gronau |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Gronau-Ahaus 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.
- GRN 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 BIC GENODEM1GRN?
GENODEM1GRN identifies Volksbank Gronau-Ahaus EG, a unit of Volksbank Gronau-Ahaus EG in Gronau, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODEM1GRN stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Gronau-Ahaus EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, M1 is the location code and GRN is the code of the department Volksbank Gronau-Ahaus EG.
Do I need GENODEM1GRN for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need GENODEM1GRN.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Gronau-Ahaus EG take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Gronau-Ahaus EG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% 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.
Can I use GENODEM1 instead of GENODEM1GRN?
GENODEM1 is the main office of Volksbank Gronau-Ahaus EG, while GENODEM1GRN is Volksbank Gronau-Ahaus EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODEM1GRN.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.