SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1HAN
HELADEF1HAN belongs to Sparkasse Hanau in Hanau, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1HAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | HAN |
| Bank | Sparkasse Hanau |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hanau |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Hanau 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.
- HAN 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1HAN?
HELADEF1HAN identifies Sparkasse Hanau, a branch or department of Sparkasse Hanau in Hanau, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HELADEF1HAN to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need HELADEF1HAN.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Hanau in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in HELADEF1HAN mean?
HELA is the bank code of Sparkasse Hanau, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and HAN is the code of the branch Sparkasse Hanau.
Does Sparkasse Hanau use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HELADEF1HAN is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Hanau in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use HELADEF1HAN incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HELADEF1HAN with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.