SWIFT/BIC code BFSWDE33XXX
BFSWDE33XXX belongs to Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG in Koeln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BFSWDE33XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BFSWDE33 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Koeln |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BFSWDE33XXX?
BFSWDE33XXX identifies the headquarters of Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG in Koeln, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG does not need a specific branch.
Do I need BFSWDE33XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BFSWDE33XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are BFSWDE33 and BFSWDE33XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BFSWDE33 is the 8-character version of BFSWDE33XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG in Koeln.
What does each part of BFSWDE33XXX mean?
BFSW is the bank code of Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG, DE stands for Germany, 33 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I enter BFSWDE33XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BFSWDE33XXX against the details from Bank Fuer Sozialwirtschaft AG before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.