SWIFT/BIC code GBBHDE31XXX
GBBHDE31XXX belongs to Ge Bank GMBH in Koeln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GBBHDE31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GBBHDE31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ge Bank GMBH |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Koeln |
| Country | Germany |
How the Ge Bank GMBH SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GBBH 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.
- 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 uses BIC GBBHDE31XXX?
GBBHDE31XXX identifies the main office of Ge Bank GMBH in Koeln, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Ge Bank GMBH does not need a specific branch.
Are GBBHDE31 and GBBHDE31XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. GBBHDE31 is the 8-character version of GBBHDE31XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Ge Bank GMBH in Koeln.
Do I need GBBHDE31XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need GBBHDE31XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Ge Bank GMBH?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ge Bank GMBH?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Ge Bank GMBH use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GBBHDE31XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Ge Bank GMBH in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.