SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1KWY
GENODEM1KWY belongs to Volksbank Kamen-Werne EG in Werne, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1KWY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | KWY |
| Bank | Volksbank Kamen-Werne EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Werne |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Kamen-Werne 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.
- KWY 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 GENODEM1KWY?
GENODEM1KWY is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Kamen-Werne EG, a unit of Volksbank Kamen-Werne EG in Werne, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need GENODEM1KWY for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need GENODEM1KWY.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Kamen-Werne EG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Kamen-Werne EG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use GENODEM1KWY incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODEM1KWY against the details from Volksbank Kamen-Werne EG before sending.
What does each part of GENODEM1KWY mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Kamen-Werne EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, M1 is the location code and KWY is the code of the department Volksbank Kamen-Werne EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.