SWIFT/BIC code AHWHDE21XXX

AHWHDE21XXX belongs to Bhw Allgemeine Bausparkasse AG in Hameln, Germany.

AHWHDE21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeAHWHDE21XXX
8-character codeAHWHDE21
Branch codeXXX
BankBhw Allgemeine Bausparkasse AG
BranchHead office
CityHameln
CountryGermany

The way the Bhw Allgemeine Bausparkasse AG SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

AHWH Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 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 BIC AHWHDE21XXX?

AHWHDE21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bhw Allgemeine Bausparkasse AG in Hameln, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Bhw Allgemeine Bausparkasse AG.

Does Bhw Allgemeine Bausparkasse AG use a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – AHWHDE21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bhw Allgemeine Bausparkasse AG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

Do I need AHWHDE21XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need AHWHDE21XXX.

What happens if I use AHWHDE21XXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AHWHDE21XXX against the details from Bhw Allgemeine Bausparkasse AG before you confirm.

How long does it take to send money to Bhw Allgemeine Bausparkasse AG?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Are AHWHDE21 and AHWHDE21XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. AHWHDE21 is the 8-character version of AHWHDE21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bhw Allgemeine Bausparkasse AG in Hameln.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.