SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1VOG
HELADEF1VOG belongs to Sparkasse Vogelsbergkreis in Lauterbach (Hessen), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1VOG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | VOG |
| Bank | Sparkasse Vogelsbergkreis |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lauterbach (Hessen) |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Vogelsbergkreis 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.
- VOG 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 branch uses BIC HELADEF1VOG?
The code HELADEF1VOG belongs to Sparkasse Vogelsbergkreis, part of Sparkasse Vogelsbergkreis in Lauterbach (Hessen), Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Vogelsbergkreis?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Sparkasse Vogelsbergkreis use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HELADEF1VOG is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sparkasse Vogelsbergkreis in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in HELADEF1VOG mean?
HELA is the bank code of Sparkasse Vogelsbergkreis, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and VOG is the code of the department Sparkasse Vogelsbergkreis.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Vogelsbergkreis in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HELADEF1VOG to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need HELADEF1VOG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.