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SWIFT/BIC code ISBKDEFXKOL

ISBKDEFXKOL belongs to Isbank AG in Koeln, Germany.

ISBKDEFXKOL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeISBKDEFXKOL
8-character codeISBKDEFX
Branch codeKOL
BankIsbank AG
BranchZweigstelle Koeln
CityKoeln
CountryGermany

The way the Isbank AG SWIFT/BIC works

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.
KOL 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code ISBKDEFXKOL?

ISBKDEFXKOL is the SWIFT/BIC code of Zweigstelle Koeln, a branch or department of Isbank AG in Koeln, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use ISBKDEFX instead of ISBKDEFXKOL?

ISBKDEFX points to the head office of Isbank AG, while ISBKDEFXKOL points to Zweigstelle Koeln. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ISBKDEFXKOL.

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.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Isbank AG?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

What do the letters in ISBKDEFXKOL mean?

ISBK is the institution code of Isbank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FX is the location code and KOL identifies the department Zweigstelle Koeln.

Do I need ISBKDEFXKOL for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need ISBKDEFXKOL.

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