SWIFT/BIC code ALTEDEFAXXX

ALTEDEFAXXX belongs to Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG in Oberursel, Germany.

ALTEDEFAXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeALTEDEFAXXX
8-character codeALTEDEFA
Branch codeXXX
BankAlte Leipziger Bauspar AG
BranchHead office
CityOberursel
CountryGermany

The way the Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG SWIFT/BIC is structured

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).
FA 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 ALTEDEFAXXX?

The code ALTEDEFAXXX belongs to the main office of Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG in Oberursel, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG in Germany?

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.

What happens if I enter ALTEDEFAXXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ALTEDEFAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Are ALTEDEFA and ALTEDEFAXXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. ALTEDEFA is the 8-character version of ALTEDEFAXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG in Oberursel.

Do I need ALTEDEFAXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need ALTEDEFAXXX.

How long does a transfer to Alte Leipziger Bauspar AG take in Germany?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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