SWIFT/BIC code HYVEDEMM796
HYVEDEMM796 belongs to Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) in Alzenau, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HYVEDEMM796 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HYVEDEMM |
| Branch code | 796 |
| Bank | Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Alzenau |
| Country | Germany |
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.
- 796 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 HYVEDEMM796?
The code HYVEDEMM796 belongs to Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank), a branch or department of Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank) in Alzenau, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank)?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need HYVEDEMM796 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need HYVEDEMM796.
Can I use HYVEDEMM instead of HYVEDEMM796?
HYVEDEMM points to the main office of Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank), while HYVEDEMM796 is Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank). Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HYVEDEMM796.
What do the letters in HYVEDEMM796 mean?
HYVE is the institution code of Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank), DE is the ISO code of Germany, MM is the code for the city or region and 796 identifies the branch Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank).
What is the best way to send money to Unicredit Bank AG (Hypovereinsbank)?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.