SWIFT/BIC code HAOLDE21XXX
HAOLDE21XXX belongs to Hamburger Volksbank EG in Geesthacht, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HAOLDE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HAOLDE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Hamburger Volksbank EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Geesthacht |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Hamburger Volksbank EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HAOL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 is behind SWIFT code HAOLDE21XXX?
HAOLDE21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Hamburger Volksbank EG in Geesthacht, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Hamburger Volksbank EG does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter HAOLDE21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HAOLDE21XXX against the details from Hamburger Volksbank EG before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Hamburger Volksbank EG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HAOLDE21XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need HAOLDE21XXX.
Is HAOLDE21 and HAOLDE21XXX the same code?
Yes. HAOLDE21 is the 8-character version of HAOLDE21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Hamburger Volksbank EG in Geesthacht.
What do the letters in HAOLDE21XXX stand for?
HAOL is the bank code of Hamburger Volksbank EG, DE stands for Germany, 21 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.