SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1HEI
GENODEM1HEI belongs to Volksbank Heiden EG in Heiden, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1HEI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | HEI |
| Bank | Volksbank Heiden EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Heiden |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Heiden 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.
- HEI 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 GENODEM1HEI?
The code GENODEM1HEI belongs to Volksbank Heiden EG, a unit of Volksbank Heiden EG in Heiden, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Heiden EG in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of GENODEM1HEI mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Heiden EG, DE stands for Germany, M1 is the location code and HEI is the code of the branch Volksbank Heiden EG.
Do I need GENODEM1HEI to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need GENODEM1HEI.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Heiden EG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter GENODEM1HEI with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODEM1HEI against the details from Volksbank Heiden EG before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.