SWIFT/BIC code GENODES1VHN
GENODES1VHN belongs to Volksbank Heilbronn EG in Heilbronn, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODES1VHN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODES1 |
| Branch code | VHN |
| Bank | Volksbank Heilbronn EG |
| Branch | Volksbank Heilbronn EG |
| City | Heilbronn |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Volksbank Heilbronn EG 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.
- VHN 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 SWIFT/BIC code GENODES1VHN?
GENODES1VHN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Heilbronn EG, part of Volksbank Heilbronn EG in Heilbronn, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Volksbank Heilbronn EG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GENODES1VHN to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need GENODES1VHN.
What do the letters in GENODES1VHN mean?
GENO is the bank code of Volksbank Heilbronn EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, S1 is the code for the city or region and VHN identifies the branch Volksbank Heilbronn EG.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Heilbronn EG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use GENODES1 instead of GENODES1VHN?
GENODES1 is the main office of Volksbank Heilbronn EG, while GENODES1VHN points to Volksbank Heilbronn EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use GENODES1VHN 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.