SWIFT/BIC code GENODES1VAY
GENODES1VAY belongs to Volksbank Altshausen EG in Ebersbach-Musbach, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODES1VAY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODES1 |
| Branch code | VAY |
| Bank | Volksbank Altshausen EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Ebersbach-Musbach |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Altshausen 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).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- VAY 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 uses BIC GENODES1VAY?
GENODES1VAY identifies Volksbank Altshausen EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Altshausen EG in Ebersbach-Musbach, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need GENODES1VAY to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need GENODES1VAY.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Altshausen EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in GENODES1VAY mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Altshausen EG, DE stands for Germany, S1 is the location code and VAY is the code of the branch Volksbank Altshausen EG.
Can I use GENODES1 instead of GENODES1VAY?
GENODES1 is the head office of Volksbank Altshausen EG, while GENODES1VAY is Volksbank Altshausen EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use GENODES1VAY if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter GENODES1VAY incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODES1VAY with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.