SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1DAS
HELADEF1DAS belongs to Stadt- und Kreissparkasse Darmstadt in Darmstadt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1DAS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | DAS |
| Bank | Stadt- und Kreissparkasse Darmstadt |
| Branch | — |
| City | Darmstadt |
| Country | Germany |
How the Stadt- und Kreissparkasse Darmstadt SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- DAS 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1DAS?
The code HELADEF1DAS belongs to Stadt- und Kreissparkasse Darmstadt, part of Stadt- und Kreissparkasse Darmstadt in Darmstadt, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Stadt- und Kreissparkasse Darmstadt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Does Stadt- und Kreissparkasse Darmstadt have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HELADEF1DAS is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Stadt- und Kreissparkasse Darmstadt in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to Stadt- und Kreissparkasse Darmstadt?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HELADEF1DAS mean?
HELA is the institution code of Stadt- und Kreissparkasse Darmstadt, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and DAS is the code of the department Stadt- und Kreissparkasse Darmstadt.
Do I need HELADEF1DAS to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HELADEF1DAS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.