SWIFT/BIC code GENODES1URB
GENODES1URB belongs to Raiffeisenbank Urbach in Urbach, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODES1URB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODES1 |
| Branch code | URB |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Urbach |
| Branch | — |
| City | Urbach |
| Country | Germany |
How the Raiffeisenbank Urbach 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.
- URB 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 is behind BIC GENODES1URB?
GENODES1URB identifies Raiffeisenbank Urbach, a branch or department of Raiffeisenbank Urbach in Urbach, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in GENODES1URB stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Raiffeisenbank Urbach, DE is the ISO code of Germany, S1 is the location code and URB identifies the branch Raiffeisenbank Urbach.
Does Raiffeisenbank Urbach have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GENODES1URB is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Raiffeisenbank Urbach in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need GENODES1URB for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need GENODES1URB.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisenbank Urbach?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use GENODES1 instead of GENODES1URB?
GENODES1 is the head office of Raiffeisenbank Urbach, while GENODES1URB is Raiffeisenbank Urbach. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODES1URB.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.