SWIFT/BIC code AARBDE5W100
AARBDE5W100 belongs to Aareal Bank AG in Berlin, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AARBDE5W100 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AARBDE5W |
| Branch code | 100 |
| Bank | Aareal Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
How the Aareal Bank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AARB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 5W Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 100 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 AARBDE5W100?
AARBDE5W100 identifies Aareal Bank AG, a unit of Aareal Bank AG in Berlin, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Aareal Bank AG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Has Aareal Bank AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 13 SWIFT/BIC codes for Aareal Bank AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter AARBDE5W100 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AARBDE5W100 against the details from Aareal Bank AG before sending.
Can I use AARBDE5W instead of AARBDE5W100?
AARBDE5W points to the main office of Aareal Bank AG, while AARBDE5W100 points to Aareal Bank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention AARBDE5W100.
Do I need AARBDE5W100 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need AARBDE5W100.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.