SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1LIM
HELADEF1LIM belongs to Kreissparkasse Limburg in Limburg (Lahn), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1LIM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | LIM |
| Bank | Kreissparkasse Limburg |
| Branch | — |
| City | Limburg (Lahn) |
| Country | Germany |
How the Kreissparkasse Limburg 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.
- LIM 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 HELADEF1LIM?
HELADEF1LIM is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kreissparkasse Limburg, a branch or department of Kreissparkasse Limburg in Limburg (Lahn), Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Kreissparkasse Limburg take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HELADEF1LIM for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HELADEF1LIM.
What happens if I enter HELADEF1LIM incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HELADEF1LIM against the details from Kreissparkasse Limburg before you confirm.
What does each part of HELADEF1LIM mean?
HELA is the bank code of Kreissparkasse Limburg, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and LIM identifies the department Kreissparkasse Limburg.
What is the best way to send money to Kreissparkasse Limburg?
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.