SWIFT/BIC code BYLADEM1SKB
BYLADEM1SKB belongs to Sparkasse Bamberg in Bamberg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BYLADEM1SKB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BYLADEM1 |
| Branch code | SKB |
| Bank | Sparkasse Bamberg |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bamberg |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Bamberg 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.
- SKB 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BYLADEM1SKB?
BYLADEM1SKB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sparkasse Bamberg, a unit of Sparkasse Bamberg in Bamberg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse Bamberg?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BYLADEM1 instead of BYLADEM1SKB?
BYLADEM1 is the head office of Sparkasse Bamberg, while BYLADEM1SKB is Sparkasse Bamberg. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BYLADEM1SKB if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BYLADEM1SKB incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BYLADEM1SKB with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of BYLADEM1SKB mean?
BYLA is the bank code of Sparkasse Bamberg, DE is the ISO code of Germany, M1 is the location code and SKB identifies the department Sparkasse Bamberg.
Does Sparkasse Bamberg have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BYLADEM1SKB is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Bamberg in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.