SWIFT/BIC code BFSWDE33HAN
BFSWDE33HAN belongs to Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG in Hannover, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BFSWDE33HAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BFSWDE33 |
| Branch code | HAN |
| Bank | Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG |
| Branch | Hannover |
| City | Hannover |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BFSW Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 33 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- HAN 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 branch uses SWIFT code BFSWDE33HAN?
The code BFSWDE33HAN belongs to Hannover, part of Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG in Hannover, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BFSWDE33HAN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BFSWDE33HAN with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Do I need BFSWDE33HAN for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BFSWDE33HAN.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 11 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.