SWIFT/BIC code RABFDE51XXX
RABFDE51XXX belongs to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Bad Staffelstein EG in Ebensfeld, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RABFDE51XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RABFDE51 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Raiffeisen-Volksbank Bad Staffelstein EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ebensfeld |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Raiffeisen-Volksbank Bad Staffelstein EG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RABF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 51 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code RABFDE51XXX?
The code RABFDE51XXX belongs to the main office of Raiffeisen-Volksbank Bad Staffelstein EG in Ebensfeld, Germany. Use it when a payment to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Bad Staffelstein EG does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Bad Staffelstein EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need RABFDE51XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need RABFDE51XXX.
Is RABFDE51 and RABFDE51XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. RABFDE51 is the 8-character version of RABFDE51XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Raiffeisen-Volksbank Bad Staffelstein EG in Ebensfeld.
Does Raiffeisen-Volksbank Bad Staffelstein EG use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – RABFDE51XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Raiffeisen-Volksbank Bad Staffelstein EG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Raiffeisen-Volksbank Bad Staffelstein EG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers 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.