SWIFT/BIC code IKGMDE51XXX
IKGMDE51XXX belongs to Ikano Bank GMBH in Wiesbaden, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IKGMDE51XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IKGMDE51 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ikano Bank GMBH |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Wiesbaden |
| Country | Germany |
How the Ikano Bank GMBH SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IKGM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 51 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/BIC code IKGMDE51XXX?
The code IKGMDE51XXX belongs to the head office of Ikano Bank GMBH in Wiesbaden, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Ikano Bank GMBH does not need a specific branch.
Is IKGMDE51 and IKGMDE51XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. IKGMDE51 is the 8-character version of IKGMDE51XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Ikano Bank GMBH in Wiesbaden.
Do I need IKGMDE51XXX 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. If you send another currency you still need IKGMDE51XXX.
How long does a transfer to Ikano Bank GMBH take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Ikano Bank GMBH?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter IKGMDE51XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check IKGMDE51XXX 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.