SWIFT/BIC code GENODES1WES
GENODES1WES belongs to Raiffeisenbank Weissach EG in Weissach, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENODES1WES |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENODES1 |
| Branch code | WES |
| Bank | Raiffeisenbank Weissach EG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Weissach |
| Country | Germany |
How the Raiffeisenbank Weissach 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.
- WES 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 is behind SWIFT code GENODES1WES?
GENODES1WES identifies Raiffeisenbank Weissach EG, a unit of Raiffeisenbank Weissach EG in Weissach, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in GENODES1WES stand for?
GENO is the institution code of Raiffeisenbank Weissach EG, DE stands for Germany, S1 is the code for the city or region and WES is the code of the branch Raiffeisenbank Weissach EG.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisenbank Weissach EG?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
Do I need GENODES1WES for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to 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 GENODES1WES.
Can I use GENODES1 instead of GENODES1WES?
GENODES1 points to the main office of Raiffeisenbank Weissach EG, while GENODES1WES points to Raiffeisenbank Weissach EG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GENODES1WES.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisenbank Weissach EG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.