SWIFT/BIC code OSDDDE81HDN

OSDDDE81HDN belongs to Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden in Heidenau, Germany.

OSDDDE81HDN

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeOSDDDE81HDN
8-character codeOSDDDE81
Branch codeHDN
BankOstsachsische Sparkasse Dresden
Branch—
CityHeidenau
CountryGermany

The way the Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden SWIFT/BIC works

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

OSDD Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
81 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
HDN 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 OSDDDE81HDN?

OSDDDE81HDN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden, part of Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden in Heidenau, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need OSDDDE81HDN for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you still need OSDDDE81HDN.

How long does it take to send money to Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden?

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

Can I use OSDDDE81 instead of OSDDDE81HDN?

OSDDDE81 is the main office of Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden, while OSDDDE81HDN is Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention OSDDDE81HDN.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden?

Banks often 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.

Has Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden.

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