SWIFT/BIC code COKSDE33XXX
COKSDE33XXX belongs to Kreissparkasse Koeln in Koeln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COKSDE33XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COKSDE33 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kreissparkasse Koeln |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Koeln |
| Country | Germany |
How the Kreissparkasse Koeln SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COKS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 33 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code COKSDE33XXX?
COKSDE33XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Kreissparkasse Koeln in Koeln, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Kreissparkasse Koeln does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Kreissparkasse Koeln in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need COKSDE33XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need COKSDE33XXX.
Are COKSDE33 and COKSDE33XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. COKSDE33 is the short version of COKSDE33XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Kreissparkasse Koeln in Koeln.
What is the best way to send money to Kreissparkasse Koeln?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in COKSDE33XXX mean?
COKS is the institution code of Kreissparkasse Koeln, DE stands for Germany, 33 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.