SWIFT/BIC code GENODES1AAV
GENODES1AAV belongs to Vr-Bank Ostalb EG in Aalen (Wuertt), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODES1AAV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODES1 |
| Branch code | AAV |
| Bank | Vr-Bank Ostalb EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Aalen (Wuertt) |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Vr-Bank Ostalb 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).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- AAV 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
What bank uses SWIFT code GENODES1AAV?
GENODES1AAV is the SWIFT/BIC code of Vr-Bank Ostalb EG, a unit of Vr-Bank Ostalb EG in Aalen (Wuertt), Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in GENODES1AAV stand for?
GENO is the bank code of Vr-Bank Ostalb EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, S1 is the location code and AAV is the code of the branch Vr-Bank Ostalb EG.
Does Vr-Bank Ostalb EG use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODES1AAV is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Vr-Bank Ostalb EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Vr-Bank Ostalb EG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use GENODES1AAV incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODES1AAV against the details from Vr-Bank Ostalb EG before sending.
Do I need GENODES1AAV for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need GENODES1AAV.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.