SWIFT/BIC code BRLADE21BRS
BRLADE21BRS belongs to Weser-Elbe Sparkasse in Bremerhaven, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BRLADE21BRS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BRLADE21 |
| Branch code | BRS |
| Bank | Weser-Elbe Sparkasse |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bremerhaven |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Weser-Elbe Sparkasse SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BRLA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BRS 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 BRLADE21BRS?
BRLADE21BRS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Weser-Elbe Sparkasse, a unit of Weser-Elbe Sparkasse in Bremerhaven, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BRLADE21BRS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BRLADE21BRS with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in BRLADE21BRS mean?
BRLA is the bank code of Weser-Elbe Sparkasse, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 21 is the location code and BRS is the code of the department Weser-Elbe Sparkasse.
What is the best way to send money to Weser-Elbe Sparkasse in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Has Weser-Elbe Sparkasse got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Weser-Elbe Sparkasse in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Weser-Elbe Sparkasse.
Do I need BRLADE21BRS 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. For other currencies you do need BRLADE21BRS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.