SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1SMB
GENODEM1SMB belongs to Volksbank Schermbeck EG in Schermbeck, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1SMB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | SMB |
| Bank | Volksbank Schermbeck EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Schermbeck |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Schermbeck 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.
- SMB 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 GENODEM1SMB?
GENODEM1SMB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Schermbeck EG, a unit of Volksbank Schermbeck EG in Schermbeck, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in GENODEM1SMB stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Schermbeck EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, M1 is the code for the city or region and SMB is the code of the department Volksbank Schermbeck EG.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Schermbeck EG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENODEM1SMB for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need GENODEM1SMB.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Schermbeck EG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use GENODEM1SMB with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEM1SMB against the details from Volksbank Schermbeck EG before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.