SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1SMZ
GENODEM1SMZ belongs to Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG in Altenhundem, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1SMZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | SMZ |
| Bank | Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Altenhundem |
| 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.
- SMZ 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 GENODEM1SMZ?
GENODEM1SMZ is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG in Altenhundem, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG.
Can I use GENODEM1 instead of GENODEM1SMZ?
GENODEM1 points to the head office of Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG, while GENODEM1SMZ is Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODEM1SMZ if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODEM1SMZ mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG, DE stands for Germany, M1 is the location code and SMZ identifies the department Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG.
What happens if I use GENODEM1SMZ incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GENODEM1SMZ against the details from Volksbank Bigge-Lenne EG before sending.
Do I need GENODEM1SMZ to send euros 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 GENODEM1SMZ.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.