SWIFT/BIC code GENODES1WAN
GENODES1WAN belongs to Volksbank Allgaeu-West EG in Wangen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODES1WAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODES1 |
| Branch code | WAN |
| Bank | Volksbank Allgaeu-West EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Wangen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Volksbank Allgaeu-West EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- WAN 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 uses SWIFT code GENODES1WAN?
GENODES1WAN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Volksbank Allgaeu-West EG, a branch or department of Volksbank Allgaeu-West EG in Wangen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Volksbank Allgaeu-West EG use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GENODES1WAN is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Volksbank Allgaeu-West EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Volksbank Allgaeu-West EG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need GENODES1WAN 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. If you send another currency you do need GENODES1WAN.
How long does a transfer to Volksbank Allgaeu-West EG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use GENODES1WAN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GENODES1WAN 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.