SWIFT/BIC code MALADE51KUS
MALADE51KUS belongs to Kreissparkasse Kusel in Kusel, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MALADE51KUS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MALADE51 |
| Branch code | KUS |
| Bank | Kreissparkasse Kusel |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kusel |
| Country | Germany |
How the Kreissparkasse Kusel 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.
- KUS 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 branch uses BIC MALADE51KUS?
MALADE51KUS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kreissparkasse Kusel, a unit of Kreissparkasse Kusel in Kusel, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Kreissparkasse Kusel take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MALADE51KUS to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need MALADE51KUS.
What do the letters in MALADE51KUS stand for?
MALA is the bank code of Kreissparkasse Kusel, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and KUS is the code of the branch Kreissparkasse Kusel.
What happens if I enter MALADE51KUS incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MALADE51KUS with the recipient before sending.
Does Kreissparkasse Kusel have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MALADE51KUS is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Kreissparkasse Kusel in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.