SWIFT/BIC code GHECDEHHXXX
GHECDEHHXXX belongs to Gebr. Heinemann SE and Co.kg in Hamburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GHECDEHHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GHECDEHH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Gebr. Heinemann SE and Co.kg |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hamburg |
| Country | Germany |
How the Gebr. Heinemann SE and Co.kg SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GHEC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HH 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 uses BIC GHECDEHHXXX?
GHECDEHHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Gebr. Heinemann SE and Co.kg in Hamburg, Germany. Use it when a payment to Gebr. Heinemann SE and Co.kg does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Gebr. Heinemann SE and Co.kg take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GHECDEHHXXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need GHECDEHHXXX.
Is GHECDEHH and GHECDEHHXXX the same code?
Yes. GHECDEHH is the 8-character version of GHECDEHHXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Gebr. Heinemann SE and Co.kg in Hamburg.
What happens if I enter GHECDEHHXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GHECDEHHXXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of GHECDEHHXXX stand for?
GHEC is the bank code of Gebr. Heinemann SE and Co.kg, DE is the ISO code of Germany, HH is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.