SWIFT/BIC code LBSWDE31XXX
LBSWDE31XXX belongs to Lbs Westdeutsche Landesbausparkasse in Muenster (Westf), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LBSWDE31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LBSWDE31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lbs Westdeutsche Landesbausparkasse |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Muenster (Westf) |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Lbs Westdeutsche Landesbausparkasse SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LBSW Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code LBSWDE31XXX?
LBSWDE31XXX identifies the head office of Lbs Westdeutsche Landesbausparkasse in Muenster (Westf), Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Lbs Westdeutsche Landesbausparkasse does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Lbs Westdeutsche Landesbausparkasse take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LBSWDE31XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need LBSWDE31XXX.
Are LBSWDE31 and LBSWDE31XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. LBSWDE31 is the 8-character version of LBSWDE31XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Lbs Westdeutsche Landesbausparkasse in Muenster (Westf).
What happens if I use LBSWDE31XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LBSWDE31XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Lbs Westdeutsche Landesbausparkasse got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lbs Westdeutsche Landesbausparkasse in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Lbs Westdeutsche Landesbausparkasse.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.