SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1WAK
HELADEF1WAK belongs to Wartburg-Sparkasse in Eisenach, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1WAK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | WAK |
| Bank | Wartburg-Sparkasse |
| Branch | — |
| City | Eisenach |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Wartburg-Sparkasse 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.
- WAK 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 HELADEF1WAK?
HELADEF1WAK identifies Wartburg-Sparkasse, a unit of Wartburg-Sparkasse in Eisenach, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use HELADEF1 instead of HELADEF1WAK?
HELADEF1 is the head office of Wartburg-Sparkasse, while HELADEF1WAK is Wartburg-Sparkasse. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HELADEF1WAK.
How long does a transfer to Wartburg-Sparkasse take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HELADEF1WAK for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need HELADEF1WAK.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Wartburg-Sparkasse in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in HELADEF1WAK stand for?
HELA is the bank code of Wartburg-Sparkasse, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and WAK is the code of the department Wartburg-Sparkasse.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.