SWIFT/BIC code HELADEF1WEM
HELADEF1WEM belongs to Sparkasse Mittelthueringen in Erfurt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HELADEF1WEM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HELADEF1 |
| Branch code | WEM |
| Bank | Sparkasse Mittelthueringen |
| Branch | — |
| City | Erfurt |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Mittelthueringen 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.
- WEM 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 is behind SWIFT code HELADEF1WEM?
The code HELADEF1WEM belongs to Sparkasse Mittelthueringen, part of Sparkasse Mittelthueringen in Erfurt, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Sparkasse Mittelthueringen use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HELADEF1WEM is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Mittelthueringen in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Mittelthueringen take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HELADEF1WEM 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. For other currencies you do need HELADEF1WEM.
What happens if I use HELADEF1WEM incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HELADEF1WEM with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in HELADEF1WEM stand for?
HELA is the institution code of Sparkasse Mittelthueringen, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and WEM is the code of the department Sparkasse Mittelthueringen.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.