SWIFT/BIC code FHHFDEH1XXX
FHHFDEH1XXX belongs to Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg, Finanzbehoerde in Hamburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FHHFDEH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FHHFDEH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg, Finanzbehoerde |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hamburg |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg, Finanzbehoerde SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FHHF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- H1 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code FHHFDEH1XXX?
FHHFDEH1XXX identifies the head office of Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg, Finanzbehoerde in Hamburg, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg, Finanzbehoerde.
Is FHHFDEH1 and FHHFDEH1XXX the same code?
Yes. FHHFDEH1 is the short version of FHHFDEH1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg, Finanzbehoerde in Hamburg.
How long does a transfer to Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg, Finanzbehoerde take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need FHHFDEH1XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need FHHFDEH1XXX.
What happens if I enter FHHFDEH1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check FHHFDEH1XXX against the details from Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg, Finanzbehoerde before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Freie und Hansestadt Hamburg, Finanzbehoerde?
Banks often add 1–3% 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.