SWIFT/BIC code MALADE51SWP
MALADE51SWP belongs to Sparkasse Suedwestpfalz in Pirmasens, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MALADE51SWP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MALADE51 |
| Branch code | SWP |
| Bank | Sparkasse Suedwestpfalz |
| Branch | — |
| City | Pirmasens |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Suedwestpfalz 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.
- SWP 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 is behind SWIFT code MALADE51SWP?
MALADE51SWP is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sparkasse Suedwestpfalz, a unit of Sparkasse Suedwestpfalz in Pirmasens, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter MALADE51SWP with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MALADE51SWP against the details from Sparkasse Suedwestpfalz before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Suedwestpfalz in Germany?
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 – the difference can be large.
Do I need MALADE51SWP for a euro transfer 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 still need MALADE51SWP.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Suedwestpfalz in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in MALADE51SWP stand for?
MALA is the institution code of Sparkasse Suedwestpfalz, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and SWP is the code of the branch Sparkasse Suedwestpfalz.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.