SWIFT/BIC code BRLADE21LER
BRLADE21LER belongs to Sparkasse Leerwittmund in Leer (Ostfriesland), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BRLADE21LER |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BRLADE21 |
| Branch code | LER |
| Bank | Sparkasse Leerwittmund |
| Branch | — |
| City | Leer (Ostfriesland) |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Leerwittmund SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- LER 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BRLADE21LER?
BRLADE21LER identifies Sparkasse Leerwittmund, a unit of Sparkasse Leerwittmund in Leer (Ostfriesland), Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BRLADE21LER mean?
BRLA is the bank code of Sparkasse Leerwittmund, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 21 is the code for the city or region and LER identifies the department Sparkasse Leerwittmund.
Can I use BRLADE21 instead of BRLADE21LER?
BRLADE21 points to the head office of Sparkasse Leerwittmund, while BRLADE21LER is Sparkasse Leerwittmund. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BRLADE21LER if the recipient asks for it.
Does Sparkasse Leerwittmund have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BRLADE21LER is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Leerwittmund in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Leerwittmund in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BRLADE21LER incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BRLADE21LER with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.