SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1KOR
HELADEF1KOR belongs to Sparkasse Waldeck-Frankenberg in Korbach, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1KOR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | KOR |
| Bank | Sparkasse Waldeck-Frankenberg |
| Branch | — |
| City | Korbach |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Waldeck-Frankenberg 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.
- KOR 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 code HELADEF1KOR?
HELADEF1KOR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sparkasse Waldeck-Frankenberg, part of Sparkasse Waldeck-Frankenberg in Korbach, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Sparkasse Waldeck-Frankenberg have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HELADEF1KOR is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Waldeck-Frankenberg in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use HELADEF1KOR with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HELADEF1KOR against the details from Sparkasse Waldeck-Frankenberg before sending.
What does each part of HELADEF1KOR stand for?
HELA is the institution code of Sparkasse Waldeck-Frankenberg, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and KOR identifies the branch Sparkasse Waldeck-Frankenberg.
Can I use HELADEF1 instead of HELADEF1KOR?
HELADEF1 points to the head office of Sparkasse Waldeck-Frankenberg, while HELADEF1KOR points to Sparkasse Waldeck-Frankenberg. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HELADEF1KOR.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Waldeck-Frankenberg take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.