SWIFT/BIC code MLBKDE31XXX
MLBKDE31XXX belongs to Munsterlandische Bank Thie and Co. KG in Muenster (Westf), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MLBKDE31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MLBKDE31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Munsterlandische Bank Thie and Co. KG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Muenster (Westf) |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Munsterlandische Bank Thie and Co. KG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MLBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 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
What bank uses SWIFT code MLBKDE31XXX?
MLBKDE31XXX identifies the main office of Munsterlandische Bank Thie and Co. KG in Muenster (Westf), Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Munsterlandische Bank Thie and Co. KG.
What is the best way to send money to Munsterlandische Bank Thie and Co. KG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of MLBKDE31XXX mean?
MLBK is the bank code of Munsterlandische Bank Thie and Co. KG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 31 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Do I need MLBKDE31XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to 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 MLBKDE31XXX.
How long does a transfer to Munsterlandische Bank Thie and Co. KG take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are MLBKDE31 and MLBKDE31XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MLBKDE31 is the 8-character version of MLBKDE31XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Munsterlandische Bank Thie and Co. KG in Muenster (Westf).
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.