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SWIFT/BIC code CHEKDE81OLW

CHEKDE81OLW belongs to Sparkasse Chemnitz in Oberlungwitz, Germany.

CHEKDE81OLW

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCHEKDE81OLW
8-character codeCHEKDE81
Branch codeOLW
BankSparkasse Chemnitz
BranchGeschaeftsstelle
CityOberlungwitz
CountryGermany

How the Sparkasse Chemnitz SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CHEK Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
81 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
OLW 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CHEKDE81OLW?

CHEKDE81OLW is the SWIFT/BIC code of Geschaeftsstelle, part of Sparkasse Chemnitz in Oberlungwitz, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of CHEKDE81OLW mean?

CHEK is the bank code of Sparkasse Chemnitz, DE stands for Germany, 81 is the code for the city or region and OLW identifies the department Geschaeftsstelle.

What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse Chemnitz in Germany?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

Can I use CHEKDE81 instead of CHEKDE81OLW?

CHEKDE81 is the main office of Sparkasse Chemnitz, while CHEKDE81OLW is Geschaeftsstelle. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CHEKDE81OLW.

Has Sparkasse Chemnitz got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sparkasse Chemnitz in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need CHEKDE81OLW to send euros to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CHEKDE81OLW.

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