SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1MUE
HELADEF1MUE belongs to Sparkasse Unstrut-Hainich in Muehlhausen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1MUE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | MUE |
| Bank | Sparkasse Unstrut-Hainich |
| Branch | — |
| City | Muehlhausen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Unstrut-Hainich 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.
- MUE 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 HELADEF1MUE?
HELADEF1MUE is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sparkasse Unstrut-Hainich, a branch or department of Sparkasse Unstrut-Hainich in Muehlhausen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HELADEF1MUE incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HELADEF1MUE against the details from Sparkasse Unstrut-Hainich before sending.
Do I need HELADEF1MUE to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HELADEF1MUE.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Unstrut-Hainich take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of HELADEF1MUE stand for?
HELA is the institution code of Sparkasse Unstrut-Hainich, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and MUE is the code of the department Sparkasse Unstrut-Hainich.
What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse Unstrut-Hainich in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.