SWIFT/BIC code GENODES1FDS
GENODES1FDS belongs to Volksbank EG Horb-Freudenstadt in Freudenstadt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODES1FDS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODES1 |
| Branch code | FDS |
| Bank | Volksbank EG Horb-Freudenstadt |
| Branch | — |
| City | Freudenstadt |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank EG Horb-Freudenstadt 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.
- FDS 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 BIC GENODES1FDS?
GENODES1FDS identifies Volksbank EG Horb-Freudenstadt, part of Volksbank EG Horb-Freudenstadt in Freudenstadt, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in GENODES1FDS mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank EG Horb-Freudenstadt, DE is the ISO code of Germany, S1 is the location code and FDS identifies the department Volksbank EG Horb-Freudenstadt.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank EG Horb-Freudenstadt in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter GENODES1FDS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODES1FDS with the recipient before sending.
Can I use GENODES1 instead of GENODES1FDS?
GENODES1 is the head office of Volksbank EG Horb-Freudenstadt, while GENODES1FDS points to Volksbank EG Horb-Freudenstadt. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODES1FDS.
Do I need GENODES1FDS 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. If you send another currency you do need GENODES1FDS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.