SWIFT/BIC code COLSDE31DOT
COLSDE31DOT belongs to Sparkasse Koelnbonn (Former Stadtsparkasse Koeln) in Koeln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COLSDE31DOT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COLSDE31 |
| Branch code | DOT |
| Bank | Sparkasse Koelnbonn (Former Stadtsparkasse Koeln) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Koeln |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Koelnbonn (Former Stadtsparkasse Koeln) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COLS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- DOT 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/BIC code COLSDE31DOT?
COLSDE31DOT identifies Sparkasse Koelnbonn (Former Stadtsparkasse Koeln), a unit of Sparkasse Koelnbonn (Former Stadtsparkasse Koeln) in Koeln, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in COLSDE31DOT stand for?
COLS is the bank code of Sparkasse Koelnbonn (Former Stadtsparkasse Koeln), DE is the ISO code of Germany, 31 is the location code and DOT is the code of the department Sparkasse Koelnbonn (Former Stadtsparkasse Koeln).
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Koelnbonn (Former Stadtsparkasse Koeln)?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need COLSDE31DOT to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need COLSDE31DOT.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Koelnbonn (Former Stadtsparkasse Koeln) take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use COLSDE31 instead of COLSDE31DOT?
COLSDE31 points to the head office of Sparkasse Koelnbonn (Former Stadtsparkasse Koeln), while COLSDE31DOT points to Sparkasse Koelnbonn (Former Stadtsparkasse Koeln). Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COLSDE31DOT.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.