SWIFT/BIC code LABDDE81XXX

LABDDE81XXX belongs to Landesoberkasse Baden-Wurttemberg in Karlsruhe, Germany.

LABDDE81XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeLABDDE81XXX
8-character codeLABDDE81
Branch codeXXX
BankLandesoberkasse Baden-Wurttemberg
BranchHead office
CityKarlsruhe
CountryGermany

How the Landesoberkasse Baden-Wurttemberg SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

LABD Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
81 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 uses SWIFT code LABDDE81XXX?

The code LABDDE81XXX belongs to the main office of Landesoberkasse Baden-Wurttemberg in Karlsruhe, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Landesoberkasse Baden-Wurttemberg does not need a specific branch.

Does Landesoberkasse Baden-Wurttemberg have only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, LABDDE81XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Landesoberkasse Baden-Wurttemberg in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.

Do I need LABDDE81XXX to send euros to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need LABDDE81XXX.

How long does it take to send money to Landesoberkasse Baden-Wurttemberg?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Are LABDDE81 and LABDDE81XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. LABDDE81 is the short version of LABDDE81XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Landesoberkasse Baden-Wurttemberg in Karlsruhe.

What happens if I use LABDDE81XXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LABDDE81XXX against the details from Landesoberkasse Baden-Wurttemberg before you confirm.

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