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SWIFT/BIC code OLBODEH2256

OLBODEH2256 belongs to Oldenburgische Landesbank AG in Diepholz, Germany.

OLBODEH2256

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeOLBODEH2256
8-character codeOLBODEH2
Branch code256
BankOldenburgische Landesbank AG
Branch—
CityDiepholz
CountryGermany

The way the Oldenburgische Landesbank AG SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

OLBO Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
H2 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
256 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 branch is behind BIC OLBODEH2256?

OLBODEH2256 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Oldenburgische Landesbank AG, a branch or department of Oldenburgische Landesbank AG in Diepholz, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need OLBODEH2256 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need OLBODEH2256.

How long does it take to send money to Oldenburgische Landesbank AG in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I enter OLBODEH2256 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check OLBODEH2256 with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of OLBODEH2256 mean?

OLBO is the institution code of Oldenburgische Landesbank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, H2 is the code for the city or region and 256 is the code of the branch Oldenburgische Landesbank AG.

Can I use OLBODEH2 instead of OLBODEH2256?

OLBODEH2 is the head office of Oldenburgische Landesbank AG, while OLBODEH2256 points to Oldenburgische Landesbank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention OLBODEH2256.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.