SWIFT/BIC code GENODEM1WTN
GENODEM1WTN belongs to Volksbank Witten EG in Witten, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODEM1WTN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODEM1 |
| Branch code | WTN |
| Bank | Volksbank Witten EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Witten |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Witten EG SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- WTN 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 GENODEM1WTN?
The code GENODEM1WTN belongs to Volksbank Witten EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Witten EG in Witten, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use GENODEM1WTN incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODEM1WTN with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Witten EG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Does Volksbank Witten EG have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODEM1WTN is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Volksbank Witten EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Can I use GENODEM1 instead of GENODEM1WTN?
GENODEM1 is the head office of Volksbank Witten EG, while GENODEM1WTN points to Volksbank Witten EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use GENODEM1WTN if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODEM1WTN mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Witten EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, M1 is the location code and WTN is the code of the branch Volksbank Witten EG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.