SWIFT/BIC code BHWXDE31XXX
BHWXDE31XXX belongs to Bhw Bausparkasse Aktiengesellschaft in Hameln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BHWXDE31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BHWXDE31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bhw Bausparkasse Aktiengesellschaft |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hameln |
| Country | Germany |
How the Bhw Bausparkasse Aktiengesellschaft SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BHWX Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 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 institution uses SWIFT code BHWXDE31XXX?
BHWXDE31XXX identifies the headquarters of Bhw Bausparkasse Aktiengesellschaft in Hameln, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Bhw Bausparkasse Aktiengesellschaft.
Do I need BHWXDE31XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BHWXDE31XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bhw Bausparkasse Aktiengesellschaft in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are BHWXDE31 and BHWXDE31XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BHWXDE31 is the 8-character version of BHWXDE31XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Bhw Bausparkasse Aktiengesellschaft in Hameln.
Does Bhw Bausparkasse Aktiengesellschaft use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BHWXDE31XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bhw Bausparkasse Aktiengesellschaft in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Bhw Bausparkasse Aktiengesellschaft in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.