SWIFT/BIC code HDGEDE31XXX

HDGEDE31XXX belongs to Hdi Gerling in Koeln, Germany.

HDGEDE31XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHDGEDE31XXX
8-character codeHDGEDE31
Branch codeXXX
BankHdi Gerling
BranchHead office
CityKoeln
CountryGermany

The way the Hdi Gerling SWIFT/BIC works

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

HDGE 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 SWIFT/BIC code HDGEDE31XXX?

The code HDGEDE31XXX belongs to the main office of Hdi Gerling in Koeln, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Hdi Gerling.

How long does it take to send money to Hdi Gerling in Germany?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need HDGEDE31XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HDGEDE31XXX.

What happens if I enter HDGEDE31XXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HDGEDE31XXX against the details from Hdi Gerling before sending.

What do the letters in HDGEDE31XXX mean?

HDGE is the institution code of Hdi Gerling, DE stands for Germany, 31 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.

Is HDGEDE31 and HDGEDE31XXX the same code?

Yes. HDGEDE31 is the short version of HDGEDE31XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Hdi Gerling in Koeln.

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