SWIFT/BIC code NOLADE21MQU
NOLADE21MQU belongs to Saalesparkasse in Merseburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NOLADE21MQU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NOLADE21 |
| Branch code | MQU |
| Bank | Saalesparkasse |
| Branch | — |
| City | Merseburg |
| Country | Germany |
How the Saalesparkasse SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NOLA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MQU 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 SWIFT code NOLADE21MQU?
The code NOLADE21MQU belongs to Saalesparkasse, a branch or department of Saalesparkasse in Merseburg, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NOLADE21MQU stand for?
NOLA is the bank code of Saalesparkasse, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 21 is the location code and MQU is the code of the branch Saalesparkasse.
What happens if I use NOLADE21MQU with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NOLADE21MQU with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need NOLADE21MQU for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need NOLADE21MQU.
How long does it take to send money to Saalesparkasse in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Saalesparkasse in Germany?
Many banks add several percent 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.