SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1BAT
HELADEF1BAT belongs to Sparkasse Battenberg in Battenberg (Eder), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1BAT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | BAT |
| Bank | Sparkasse Battenberg |
| Branch | — |
| City | Battenberg (Eder) |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Battenberg SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HELA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- F1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BAT 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 branch is behind SWIFT code HELADEF1BAT?
HELADEF1BAT is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sparkasse Battenberg, a branch or department of Sparkasse Battenberg in Battenberg (Eder), Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse Battenberg in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Does Sparkasse Battenberg have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HELADEF1BAT is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sparkasse Battenberg in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in HELADEF1BAT stand for?
HELA is the bank code of Sparkasse Battenberg, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and BAT identifies the branch Sparkasse Battenberg.
What happens if I use HELADEF1BAT incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HELADEF1BAT against the details from Sparkasse Battenberg before sending.
Do I need HELADEF1BAT to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HELADEF1BAT.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.