SWIFT/BIC code ABGMDE31XXX
ABGMDE31XXX belongs to Abacus GMBH in Koeln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABGMDE31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABGMDE31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Abacus GMBH |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Koeln |
| Country | Germany |
How the Abacus GMBH SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABGM 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 uses SWIFT code ABGMDE31XXX?
The code ABGMDE31XXX belongs to the head office of Abacus GMBH in Koeln, Germany. Use it when a payment to Abacus GMBH does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Abacus GMBH in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need ABGMDE31XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to 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 ABGMDE31XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Abacus GMBH in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is ABGMDE31 and ABGMDE31XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ABGMDE31 is the 8-character version of ABGMDE31XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Abacus GMBH in Koeln.
Does Abacus GMBH use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ABGMDE31XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Abacus GMBH in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.