SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1HLH
GENODEM1HLH belongs to Volksbank Hohenlimburg EG in Hagen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1HLH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | HLH |
| Bank | Volksbank Hohenlimburg EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hagen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Hohenlimburg 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.
- HLH 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1HLH?
GENODEM1HLH is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Hohenlimburg EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Hohenlimburg EG in Hagen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need GENODEM1HLH for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need GENODEM1HLH.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Hohenlimburg EG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Hohenlimburg EG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter GENODEM1HLH with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEM1HLH with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of GENODEM1HLH mean?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Hohenlimburg EG, DE stands for Germany, M1 is the code for the city or region and HLH identifies the department Volksbank Hohenlimburg EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.