SWIFT/BIC code MGLSDE33XXX
MGLSDE33XXX belongs to Stadtsparkasse Moenchengladbach in Moenchengladbach, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MGLSDE33XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MGLSDE33 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Stadtsparkasse Moenchengladbach |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Moenchengladbach |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Stadtsparkasse Moenchengladbach SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MGLS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 33 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
Which bank uses BIC MGLSDE33XXX?
MGLSDE33XXX identifies the headquarters of Stadtsparkasse Moenchengladbach in Moenchengladbach, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Stadtsparkasse Moenchengladbach does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use MGLSDE33XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MGLSDE33XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are MGLSDE33 and MGLSDE33XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. MGLSDE33 is the short version of MGLSDE33XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Stadtsparkasse Moenchengladbach in Moenchengladbach.
Do I need MGLSDE33XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MGLSDE33XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Stadtsparkasse Moenchengladbach in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Stadtsparkasse Moenchengladbach?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.