SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1BOR
HELADEF1BOR belongs to Stadtsparkasse Borken in Borken (Hessen), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1BOR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | BOR |
| Bank | Stadtsparkasse Borken |
| Branch | — |
| City | Borken (Hessen) |
| Country | Germany |
How the Stadtsparkasse Borken 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.
- BOR 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1BOR?
The code HELADEF1BOR belongs to Stadtsparkasse Borken, a branch or department of Stadtsparkasse Borken in Borken (Hessen), Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Stadtsparkasse Borken?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter HELADEF1BOR with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HELADEF1BOR with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of HELADEF1BOR mean?
HELA is the institution code of Stadtsparkasse Borken, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and BOR is the code of the branch Stadtsparkasse Borken.
Does Stadtsparkasse Borken use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HELADEF1BOR is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Stadtsparkasse Borken in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Do I need HELADEF1BOR for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HELADEF1BOR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.