SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1SMA
GENODEM1SMA belongs to Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG in Schmallenberg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1SMA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | SMA |
| Bank | Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Schmallenberg |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- SMA 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 bank is behind BIC GENODEM1SMA?
GENODEM1SMA identifies Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG in Schmallenberg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in GENODEM1SMA mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, M1 is the code for the city or region and SMA identifies the department Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG.
Do I need GENODEM1SMA to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need GENODEM1SMA.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Does Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG.
What happens if I enter GENODEM1SMA with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEM1SMA with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.