SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1ERB
HELADEF1ERB belongs to Sparkasse Odenwaldkreis in Erbach (Odenw.), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1ERB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | ERB |
| Bank | Sparkasse Odenwaldkreis |
| Branch | — |
| City | Erbach (Odenw.) |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Odenwaldkreis 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.
- ERB 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 is behind SWIFT code HELADEF1ERB?
The code HELADEF1ERB belongs to Sparkasse Odenwaldkreis, a branch or department of Sparkasse Odenwaldkreis in Erbach (Odenw.), Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Sparkasse Odenwaldkreis have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HELADEF1ERB is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Odenwaldkreis in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use HELADEF1ERB with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HELADEF1ERB with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Odenwaldkreis take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HELADEF1ERB for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HELADEF1ERB.
Can I use HELADEF1 instead of HELADEF1ERB?
HELADEF1 is the main office of Sparkasse Odenwaldkreis, while HELADEF1ERB points to Sparkasse Odenwaldkreis. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HELADEF1ERB if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.