SWIFT/BIC code LANIDE21XXX
LANIDE21XXX belongs to Land Niedersachsen in Hannover, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LANIDE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LANIDE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Land Niedersachsen |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hannover |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Land Niedersachsen SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LANI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 LANIDE21XXX?
LANIDE21XXX identifies the main office of Land Niedersachsen in Hannover, Germany. Use it when a payment to Land Niedersachsen does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use LANIDE21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check LANIDE21XXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Land Niedersachsen?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Do I need LANIDE21XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need LANIDE21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Land Niedersachsen take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is LANIDE21 and LANIDE21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. LANIDE21 is the short version of LANIDE21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Land Niedersachsen in Hannover.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.