SWIFT/BIC code NBAGDE3EBBK
NBAGDE3EBBK belongs to National-Bank AG in Essen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBAGDE3EBBK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBAGDE3E |
| Branch code | BBK |
| Bank | National-Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Essen |
| Country | Germany |
How the National-Bank AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBAG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 3E Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BBK 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 SWIFT/BIC code NBAGDE3EBBK?
NBAGDE3EBBK identifies National-Bank AG, a unit of National-Bank AG in Essen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NBAGDE3EBBK stand for?
NBAG is the institution code of National-Bank AG, DE stands for Germany, 3E is the location code and BBK is the code of the department National-Bank AG.
Do I need NBAGDE3EBBK for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you do need NBAGDE3EBBK.
How long does it take to send money to National-Bank AG?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter NBAGDE3EBBK with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NBAGDE3EBBK with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to National-Bank AG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives 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.