SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1ILK
HELADEF1ILK belongs to Sparkasse Arnstadt-Ilmenau in Ilmenau, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1ILK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | ILK |
| Bank | Sparkasse Arnstadt-Ilmenau |
| Branch | — |
| City | Ilmenau |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Arnstadt-Ilmenau 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.
- ILK 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 branch uses SWIFT code HELADEF1ILK?
HELADEF1ILK identifies Sparkasse Arnstadt-Ilmenau, part of Sparkasse Arnstadt-Ilmenau in Ilmenau, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need HELADEF1ILK to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HELADEF1ILK.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Arnstadt-Ilmenau in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use HELADEF1 instead of HELADEF1ILK?
HELADEF1 points to the head office of Sparkasse Arnstadt-Ilmenau, while HELADEF1ILK points to Sparkasse Arnstadt-Ilmenau. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HELADEF1ILK.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Arnstadt-Ilmenau?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Does Sparkasse Arnstadt-Ilmenau use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HELADEF1ILK is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sparkasse Arnstadt-Ilmenau in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.