SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1GTH
HELADEF1GTH belongs to Kreissparkasse Gotha in Gotha, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1GTH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | GTH |
| Bank | Kreissparkasse Gotha |
| Branch | — |
| City | Gotha |
| Country | Germany |
How the Kreissparkasse Gotha SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- GTH 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 HELADEF1GTH?
The code HELADEF1GTH belongs to Kreissparkasse Gotha, part of Kreissparkasse Gotha in Gotha, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kreissparkasse Gotha in Germany?
Many banks 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.
What do the letters in HELADEF1GTH mean?
HELA is the bank code of Kreissparkasse Gotha, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and GTH identifies the department Kreissparkasse Gotha.
How long does a transfer to Kreissparkasse Gotha take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HELADEF1GTH for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need HELADEF1GTH.
Does Kreissparkasse Gotha use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HELADEF1GTH is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Kreissparkasse Gotha in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.