SWIFT/BIC code GEREDE31XXX
GEREDE31XXX belongs to Gen Re Capital GMBH in Koeln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GEREDE31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GEREDE31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Gen Re Capital GMBH |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Koeln |
| Country | Germany |
How the Gen Re Capital GMBH SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GERE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind BIC GEREDE31XXX?
GEREDE31XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Gen Re Capital GMBH in Koeln, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Gen Re Capital GMBH does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter GEREDE31XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GEREDE31XXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Gen Re Capital GMBH in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need GEREDE31XXX for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you do need GEREDE31XXX.
How long does a transfer to Gen Re Capital GMBH take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is GEREDE31 and GEREDE31XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. GEREDE31 is the short version of GEREDE31XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Gen Re Capital GMBH in Koeln.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.