SWIFT/BIC code AARBDE5W360
AARBDE5W360 belongs to Aareal Bank AG in Essen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AARBDE5W360 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AARBDE5W |
| Branch code | 360 |
| Bank | Aareal Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Essen |
| Country | Germany |
The way 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.
- 360 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 BIC AARBDE5W360?
AARBDE5W360 identifies Aareal Bank AG, a branch or department of Aareal Bank AG in Essen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use AARBDE5W360 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AARBDE5W360 against the details from Aareal Bank AG before you confirm.
What does each part of AARBDE5W360 mean?
AARB is the institution code of Aareal Bank AG, DE stands for Germany, 5W is the code for the city or region and 360 is the code of the department Aareal Bank AG.
What is the best way to send money to Aareal Bank AG?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Do I need AARBDE5W360 for a euro transfer 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 still need AARBDE5W360.
How long does it take to send money to Aareal Bank AG?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.