SWIFT/BIC code ISBKDEFXKRZ
ISBKDEFXKRZ belongs to Isbank AG in Berlin, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ISBKDEFXKRZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ISBKDEFX |
| Branch code | KRZ |
| Bank | Isbank AG |
| Branch | Berlin Kreuzberg |
| City | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
The way 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.
- KRZ 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 uses SWIFT code ISBKDEFXKRZ?
The code ISBKDEFXKRZ belongs to Berlin Kreuzberg, part of Isbank AG in Berlin, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in ISBKDEFXKRZ stand for?
ISBK is the institution code of Isbank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FX is the code for the city or region and KRZ identifies the branch Berlin Kreuzberg.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Isbank AG in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Isbank AG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ISBKDEFXKRZ for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need ISBKDEFXKRZ.
Can I use ISBKDEFX instead of ISBKDEFXKRZ?
ISBKDEFX points to the head office of Isbank AG, while ISBKDEFXKRZ points to Berlin Kreuzberg. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ISBKDEFXKRZ.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.