SWIFT/BIC code BASFDE5LXXX
BASFDE5LXXX belongs to Basf SE in Ludwigshafen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BASFDE5LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BASFDE5L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Basf SE |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ludwigshafen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Basf SE SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BASF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 5L 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BASFDE5LXXX?
BASFDE5LXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Basf SE in Ludwigshafen, Germany. Use it when a payment to Basf SE does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Basf SE?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BASFDE5LXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BASFDE5LXXX.
Are BASFDE5L and BASFDE5LXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BASFDE5L is the short version of BASFDE5LXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Basf SE in Ludwigshafen.
What do the letters in BASFDE5LXXX mean?
BASF is the institution code of Basf SE, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 5L is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Does Basf SE use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BASFDE5LXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Basf SE 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.