SWIFT/BIC code GENODES1VBY
GENODES1VBY belongs to Volksbank Backnang in Murrhardt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODES1VBY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODES1 |
| Branch code | VBY |
| Bank | Volksbank Backnang |
| Branch | — |
| City | Murrhardt |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Backnang 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.
- VBY 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 branch is behind BIC GENODES1VBY?
The code GENODES1VBY belongs to Volksbank Backnang, a unit of Volksbank Backnang in Murrhardt, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Backnang take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODES1VBY to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need GENODES1VBY.
What do the letters in GENODES1VBY mean?
GENO is the institution code of Volksbank Backnang, DE is the ISO code of Germany, S1 is the code for the city or region and VBY is the code of the department Volksbank Backnang.
What happens if I use GENODES1VBY incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GENODES1VBY with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Volksbank Backnang?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.