SWIFT/BIC code KARSDE66XXX
KARSDE66XXX belongs to Sparkasse Karlsruhe in Karlsruhe, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KARSDE66XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KARSDE66 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sparkasse Karlsruhe |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Karlsruhe |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Karlsruhe SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KARS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 66 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 bank is behind BIC KARSDE66XXX?
KARSDE66XXX identifies the head office of Sparkasse Karlsruhe in Karlsruhe, Germany. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Sparkasse Karlsruhe.
What happens if I use KARSDE66XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check KARSDE66XXX against the details from Sparkasse Karlsruhe before you confirm.
What do the letters in KARSDE66XXX stand for?
KARS is the institution code of Sparkasse Karlsruhe, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 66 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Do I need KARSDE66XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need KARSDE66XXX.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Karlsruhe take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are KARSDE66 and KARSDE66XXX the same code?
Yes. KARSDE66 is the 8-character version of KARSDE66XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Sparkasse Karlsruhe in Karlsruhe.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.