SWIFT/BIC code ALTEDEF1XXX
ALTEDEF1XXX belongs to Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG in Oberursel, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALTEDEF1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALTEDEF1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Oberursel |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALTE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- F1 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code ALTEDEF1XXX?
ALTEDEF1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG in Oberursel, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use ALTEDEF1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ALTEDEF1XXX against the details from Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG before sending.
Does Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG.
How long does a transfer to Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ALTEDEF1XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need ALTEDEF1XXX.
Is ALTEDEF1 and ALTEDEF1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. ALTEDEF1 is the 8-character version of ALTEDEF1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG in Oberursel.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.