SWIFT/BIC code AARBDE5W500
AARBDE5W500 belongs to Aareal Bank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AARBDE5W500 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AARBDE5W |
| Branch code | 500 |
| Bank | Aareal Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| 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.
- 500 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 uses BIC AARBDE5W500?
The code AARBDE5W500 belongs to Aareal Bank AG, part of Aareal Bank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use AARBDE5W instead of AARBDE5W500?
AARBDE5W points to the head office of Aareal Bank AG, while AARBDE5W500 points to Aareal Bank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention AARBDE5W500.
What is the best way to send money to Aareal Bank AG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need AARBDE5W500 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need AARBDE5W500.
How long does it take to send money to Aareal Bank AG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Aareal Bank AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 13 SWIFT/BIC codes for Aareal Bank AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Aareal Bank AG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.