SWIFT/BIC code BYLADEM1FIG
BYLADEM1FIG belongs to Sparkasse Hochfranken (Alt) in Selb, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BYLADEM1FIG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BYLADEM1 |
| Branch code | FIG |
| Bank | Sparkasse Hochfranken (Alt) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Selb |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Hochfranken (Alt) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BYLA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- FIG 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 uses BIC BYLADEM1FIG?
BYLADEM1FIG identifies Sparkasse Hochfranken (Alt), a branch or department of Sparkasse Hochfranken (Alt) in Selb, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Sparkasse Hochfranken (Alt) use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BYLADEM1FIG is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Hochfranken (Alt) in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Hochfranken (Alt) take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BYLADEM1FIG for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BYLADEM1FIG.
Can I use BYLADEM1 instead of BYLADEM1FIG?
BYLADEM1 points to the main office of Sparkasse Hochfranken (Alt), while BYLADEM1FIG is Sparkasse Hochfranken (Alt). For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BYLADEM1FIG.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Hochfranken (Alt) in Germany?
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 – 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.