SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1SON
HELADEF1SON belongs to Sparkasse Sonneberg in Sonneberg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1SON |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | SON |
| Bank | Sparkasse Sonneberg |
| Branch | — |
| City | Sonneberg |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Sonneberg SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- SON 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 HELADEF1SON?
HELADEF1SON identifies Sparkasse Sonneberg, part of Sparkasse Sonneberg in Sonneberg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use HELADEF1SON incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HELADEF1SON with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use HELADEF1 instead of HELADEF1SON?
HELADEF1 is the head office of Sparkasse Sonneberg, while HELADEF1SON points to Sparkasse Sonneberg. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use HELADEF1SON if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need HELADEF1SON to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need HELADEF1SON.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Sonneberg take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Does Sparkasse Sonneberg use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HELADEF1SON is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sparkasse Sonneberg in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.