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SWIFT/BIC code GENODED1SPK

GENODED1SPK belongs to Sparda-Bank West EG in Koeln, Germany.

GENODED1SPK

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGENODED1SPK
8-character codeGENODED1
Branch codeSPK
BankSparda-Bank West EG
Branch—
CityKoeln
CountryGermany

The way the Sparda-Bank West EG SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

GENO Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
D1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
SPK 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 code GENODED1SPK?

The code GENODED1SPK belongs to Sparda-Bank West EG, a unit of Sparda-Bank West EG in Koeln, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need GENODED1SPK for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GENODED1SPK.

How long does it take to send money to Sparda-Bank West EG in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What do the letters in GENODED1SPK stand for?

GENO is the institution code of Sparda-Bank West EG, DE stands for Germany, D1 is the code for the city or region and SPK is the code of the branch Sparda-Bank West EG.

What happens if I use GENODED1SPK incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GENODED1SPK against the details from Sparda-Bank West EG before you confirm.

Can I use GENODED1 instead of GENODED1SPK?

GENODED1 points to the head office of Sparda-Bank West EG, while GENODED1SPK points to Sparda-Bank West EG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use GENODED1SPK if the recipient asks for it.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.