SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1MEN
GENODEM1MEN belongs to Mendener Bank EG in Menden, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1MEN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | MEN |
| Bank | Mendener Bank EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Menden |
| Country | Germany |
How the Mendener Bank 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.
- MEN 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 code GENODEM1MEN?
The code GENODEM1MEN belongs to Mendener Bank EG, a branch or department of Mendener Bank EG in Menden, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Mendener Bank EG take 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.
Do I need GENODEM1MEN to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need GENODEM1MEN.
What does each part of GENODEM1MEN mean?
GENO is the bank code of Mendener Bank EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, M1 is the code for the city or region and MEN identifies the department Mendener Bank EG.
What happens if I use GENODEM1MEN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODEM1MEN with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Mendener Bank EG?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.