SWIFT/BIC code BRLADE21WHV

BRLADE21WHV belongs to Sparkasse der Stadt Wilhelmshaven in Wilhelmshaven, Germany.

BRLADE21WHV

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBRLADE21WHV
8-character codeBRLADE21
Branch codeWHV
BankSparkasse der Stadt Wilhelmshaven
Branch—
CityWilhelmshaven
CountryGermany

How the Sparkasse der Stadt Wilhelmshaven 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.
WHV 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 code BRLADE21WHV?

The code BRLADE21WHV belongs to Sparkasse der Stadt Wilhelmshaven, a branch or department of Sparkasse der Stadt Wilhelmshaven in Wilhelmshaven, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use BRLADE21 instead of BRLADE21WHV?

BRLADE21 is the head office of Sparkasse der Stadt Wilhelmshaven, while BRLADE21WHV is Sparkasse der Stadt Wilhelmshaven. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BRLADE21WHV if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of BRLADE21WHV mean?

BRLA is the bank code of Sparkasse der Stadt Wilhelmshaven, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 21 is the code for the city or region and WHV is the code of the department Sparkasse der Stadt Wilhelmshaven.

What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse der Stadt Wilhelmshaven?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

How long does a transfer to Sparkasse der Stadt Wilhelmshaven take in Germany?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BRLADE21WHV to send euros to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BRLADE21WHV.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.