SWIFT/BIC code GENODES1ELY

GENODES1ELY belongs to Vr-Bank Ellwangen in Ellwangen, Germany.

GENODES1ELY

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODES1ELY
8-character codeGENODES1
Branch codeELY
BankVr-Bank Ellwangen
Branch—
CityEllwangen
CountryGermany

The way the Vr-Bank Ellwangen 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).
S1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
ELY 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 SWIFT code GENODES1ELY?

The code GENODES1ELY belongs to Vr-Bank Ellwangen, a branch or department of Vr-Bank Ellwangen in Ellwangen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use GENODES1ELY incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODES1ELY against the details from Vr-Bank Ellwangen before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to Vr-Bank Ellwangen in Germany?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

Does Vr-Bank Ellwangen have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Vr-Bank Ellwangen in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Vr-Bank Ellwangen.

Do I need GENODES1ELY for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GENODES1ELY.

Can I use GENODES1 instead of GENODES1ELY?

GENODES1 is the head office of Vr-Bank Ellwangen, while GENODES1ELY is Vr-Bank Ellwangen. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use GENODES1ELY if the recipient asks for it.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.