SWIFT/BIC code MALADE51MNZ
MALADE51MNZ belongs to Sparkasse Mainz in Mainz, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MALADE51MNZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MALADE51 |
| Branch code | MNZ |
| Bank | Sparkasse Mainz |
| Branch | — |
| City | Mainz |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Mainz SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- MNZ 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 is behind BIC MALADE51MNZ?
MALADE51MNZ is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sparkasse Mainz, a unit of Sparkasse Mainz in Mainz, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of MALADE51MNZ stand for?
MALA is the institution code of Sparkasse Mainz, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the location code and MNZ is the code of the branch Sparkasse Mainz.
Does Sparkasse Mainz use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, MALADE51MNZ is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Mainz in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Can I use MALADE51 instead of MALADE51MNZ?
MALADE51 points to the main office of Sparkasse Mainz, while MALADE51MNZ points to Sparkasse Mainz. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MALADE51MNZ if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need MALADE51MNZ to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need MALADE51MNZ.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Mainz?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.