SWIFT/BIC code NRWBDEDMMST
NRWBDEDMMST belongs to Nrw. Bank in Muenster (Westf), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NRWBDEDMMST |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NRWBDEDM |
| Branch code | MST |
| Bank | Nrw. Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Muenster (Westf) |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Nrw. Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NRWB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DM Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MST 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 NRWBDEDMMST?
The code NRWBDEDMMST belongs to Nrw. Bank, a unit of Nrw. Bank in Muenster (Westf), Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Nrw. Bank?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of NRWBDEDMMST stand for?
NRWB is the bank code of Nrw. Bank, DE stands for Germany, DM is the code for the city or region and MST identifies the branch Nrw. Bank.
Do I need NRWBDEDMMST to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need NRWBDEDMMST.
What happens if I use NRWBDEDMMST with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NRWBDEDMMST with the recipient before sending.
Can I use NRWBDEDM instead of NRWBDEDMMST?
NRWBDEDM points to the head office of Nrw. Bank, while NRWBDEDMMST points to Nrw. Bank. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NRWBDEDMMST.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.