SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1BEN
HELADEF1BEN belongs to Sparkasse Bensheim in Bensheim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1BEN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | BEN |
| Bank | Sparkasse Bensheim |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bensheim |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Bensheim 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.
- BEN 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 HELADEF1BEN?
HELADEF1BEN identifies Sparkasse Bensheim, part of Sparkasse Bensheim in Bensheim, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Sparkasse Bensheim use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HELADEF1BEN is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sparkasse Bensheim in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
Can I use HELADEF1 instead of HELADEF1BEN?
HELADEF1 points to the main office of Sparkasse Bensheim, while HELADEF1BEN points to Sparkasse Bensheim. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HELADEF1BEN.
What does each part of HELADEF1BEN stand for?
HELA is the bank code of Sparkasse Bensheim, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and BEN identifies the department Sparkasse Bensheim.
What happens if I use HELADEF1BEN with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HELADEF1BEN against the details from Sparkasse Bensheim before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Bensheim?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.