SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1GEL
HELADEF1GEL belongs to Kreissparkasse Gelnhausen in Gelnhausen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1GEL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | GEL |
| Bank | Kreissparkasse Gelnhausen |
| Branch | — |
| City | Gelnhausen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Kreissparkasse Gelnhausen 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.
- GEL 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 BIC HELADEF1GEL?
HELADEF1GEL is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kreissparkasse Gelnhausen, a unit of Kreissparkasse Gelnhausen in Gelnhausen, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Kreissparkasse Gelnhausen take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HELADEF1GEL for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HELADEF1GEL.
What happens if I use HELADEF1GEL with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HELADEF1GEL against the details from Kreissparkasse Gelnhausen before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kreissparkasse Gelnhausen?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use HELADEF1 instead of HELADEF1GEL?
HELADEF1 points to the main office of Kreissparkasse Gelnhausen, while HELADEF1GEL points to Kreissparkasse Gelnhausen. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HELADEF1GEL 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.