SWIFT/BIC code HYVEDEMM406

HYVEDEMM406 belongs to Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) in Ansbach, Germany.

HYVEDEMM406

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeHYVEDEMM406
8-character codeHYVEDEMM
Branch code406
BankUnicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank)
Branch—
CityAnsbach
CountryGermany

The way 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.
406 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 BIC HYVEDEMM406?

HYVEDEMM406 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank), a unit of Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) in Ansbach, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter HYVEDEMM406 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HYVEDEMM406 with the recipient before you confirm.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of HYVEDEMM406 mean?

HYVE is the bank code of Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank), DE is the ISO code of Germany, MM is the location code and 406 is the code of the branch Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank).

Can I use HYVEDEMM instead of HYVEDEMM406?

HYVEDEMM is the main office of Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank), while HYVEDEMM406 points to Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank). For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HYVEDEMM406.

Do I need HYVEDEMM406 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to 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 HYVEDEMM406.

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