SWIFT/BIC code IBBBDEBBXXX
IBBBDEBBXXX belongs to Investitionsbank Berlin in Berlin, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IBBBDEBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IBBBDEBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Investitionsbank Berlin |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
How the Investitionsbank Berlin SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IBBB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT code IBBBDEBBXXX?
IBBBDEBBXXX identifies the head office of Investitionsbank Berlin in Berlin, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Investitionsbank Berlin does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in IBBBDEBBXXX stand for?
IBBB is the bank code of Investitionsbank Berlin, DE stands for Germany, BB is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Investitionsbank Berlin in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need IBBBDEBBXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need IBBBDEBBXXX.
Are IBBBDEBB and IBBBDEBBXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. IBBBDEBB is the 8-character version of IBBBDEBBXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Investitionsbank Berlin in Berlin.
What happens if I enter IBBBDEBBXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check IBBBDEBBXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.