SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1HRL
GENODEM1HRL belongs to Volksbank Hoerstel EG in Hoerstel, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1HRL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | HRL |
| Bank | Volksbank Hoerstel EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hoerstel |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Hoerstel 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.
- HRL 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
What bank uses SWIFT code GENODEM1HRL?
The code GENODEM1HRL belongs to Volksbank Hoerstel EG, a unit of Volksbank Hoerstel EG in Hoerstel, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter GENODEM1HRL incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEM1HRL against the details from Volksbank Hoerstel EG before sending.
What do the letters in GENODEM1HRL mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Hoerstel EG, DE stands for Germany, M1 is the location code and HRL is the code of the department Volksbank Hoerstel EG.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Hoerstel EG?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODEM1HRL for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need GENODEM1HRL.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Hoerstel EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.