SWIFT/BIC code MALADE51BMB

MALADE51BMB belongs to Kreissparkasse Westerwald in Bad Marienberg, Germany.

MALADE51BMB

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMALADE51BMB
8-character codeMALADE51
Branch codeBMB
BankKreissparkasse Westerwald
Branch—
CityBad Marienberg
CountryGermany

How the Kreissparkasse Westerwald SWIFT/BIC works

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

MALA Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
51 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
BMB 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 code MALADE51BMB?

MALADE51BMB identifies Kreissparkasse Westerwald, a unit of Kreissparkasse Westerwald in Bad Marienberg, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to Kreissparkasse Westerwald take in Germany?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MALADE51BMB for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MALADE51BMB.

What do the letters in MALADE51BMB stand for?

MALA is the institution code of Kreissparkasse Westerwald, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and BMB identifies the branch Kreissparkasse Westerwald.

What happens if I enter MALADE51BMB with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MALADE51BMB with the recipient before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Kreissparkasse Westerwald in Germany?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

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