SWIFT/BIC code ISBKDEFXGEL
ISBKDEFXGEL belongs to Isbank AG in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ISBKDEFXGEL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ISBKDEFX |
| Branch code | GEL |
| Bank | Isbank AG |
| Branch | Zweigstelle Gelsenkirchen |
| City | Gelsenkirchen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Isbank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ISBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- FX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GEL 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
What bank uses BIC ISBKDEFXGEL?
ISBKDEFXGEL is the SWIFT/BIC code of Zweigstelle Gelsenkirchen, a unit of Isbank AG in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Isbank AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 16 SWIFT/BIC codes for Isbank AG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Isbank AG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ISBKDEFXGEL for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need ISBKDEFXGEL.
What is the best way to send money to Isbank AG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use ISBKDEFX instead of ISBKDEFXGEL?
ISBKDEFX points to the main office of Isbank AG, while ISBKDEFXGEL points to Zweigstelle Gelsenkirchen. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ISBKDEFXGEL if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.