SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1SAR
HELADEF1SAR belongs to Kreissparkasse Saalfeld-Rudolstadt in Saalfeld, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1SAR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | SAR |
| Bank | Kreissparkasse Saalfeld-Rudolstadt |
| Branch | — |
| City | Saalfeld |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Kreissparkasse Saalfeld-Rudolstadt 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.
- SAR 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
What bank is behind BIC HELADEF1SAR?
HELADEF1SAR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kreissparkasse Saalfeld-Rudolstadt, part of Kreissparkasse Saalfeld-Rudolstadt in Saalfeld, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Kreissparkasse Saalfeld-Rudolstadt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Kreissparkasse Saalfeld-Rudolstadt have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HELADEF1SAR is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Kreissparkasse Saalfeld-Rudolstadt in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
Can I use HELADEF1 instead of HELADEF1SAR?
HELADEF1 points to the head office of Kreissparkasse Saalfeld-Rudolstadt, while HELADEF1SAR points to Kreissparkasse Saalfeld-Rudolstadt. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HELADEF1SAR if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter HELADEF1SAR with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HELADEF1SAR with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Kreissparkasse Saalfeld-Rudolstadt take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.