SWIFT/BIC code HYVEDEMM243

HYVEDEMM243 belongs to Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) in Rostock, Germany.

HYVEDEMM243

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHYVEDEMM243
8-character codeHYVEDEMM
Branch code243
BankUnicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank)
Branch—
CityRostock
CountryGermany

How the Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

HYVE Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
MM Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
243 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 is behind SWIFT code HYVEDEMM243?

The code HYVEDEMM243 belongs to Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank), a branch or department of Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) in Rostock, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) in Germany?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) take 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 HYVEDEMM243 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need HYVEDEMM243.

What does each part of HYVEDEMM243 stand for?

HYVE is the bank code of Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank), DE is the ISO code of Germany, MM is the code for the city or region and 243 identifies the branch Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank).

What happens if I use HYVEDEMM243 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HYVEDEMM243 with the recipient before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.