SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1LAU
HELADEF1LAU belongs to Sparkasse Laubach - Hungen in Laubach, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1LAU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | LAU |
| Bank | Sparkasse Laubach - Hungen |
| Branch | — |
| City | Laubach |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Laubach - Hungen 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.
- LAU 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 code HELADEF1LAU?
HELADEF1LAU is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sparkasse Laubach - Hungen, a unit of Sparkasse Laubach - Hungen in Laubach, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HELADEF1 instead of HELADEF1LAU?
HELADEF1 points to the head office of Sparkasse Laubach - Hungen, while HELADEF1LAU points to Sparkasse Laubach - Hungen. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HELADEF1LAU.
Does Sparkasse Laubach - Hungen use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HELADEF1LAU is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sparkasse Laubach - Hungen in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use HELADEF1LAU incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HELADEF1LAU against the details from Sparkasse Laubach - Hungen before you confirm.
What do the letters in HELADEF1LAU mean?
HELA is the bank code of Sparkasse Laubach - Hungen, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and LAU is the code of the branch Sparkasse Laubach - Hungen.
What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse Laubach - Hungen?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.