SWIFT/BIC code ELGEDES1XXX
ELGEDES1XXX belongs to Bankhaus Ellwanger and Geiger KG in Stuttgart, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ELGEDES1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ELGEDES1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bankhaus Ellwanger and Geiger KG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Stuttgart |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Bankhaus Ellwanger and Geiger KG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ELGE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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 bank is behind BIC ELGEDES1XXX?
ELGEDES1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bankhaus Ellwanger and Geiger KG in Stuttgart, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Bankhaus Ellwanger and Geiger KG does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use ELGEDES1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ELGEDES1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bankhaus Ellwanger and Geiger KG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ELGEDES1XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need ELGEDES1XXX.
Is ELGEDES1 and ELGEDES1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ELGEDES1 is the short version of ELGEDES1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bankhaus Ellwanger and Geiger KG in Stuttgart.
What is the best way to send money to Bankhaus Ellwanger and Geiger KG?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.