SWIFT/BIC code OSDDDE81HOY
OSDDDE81HOY belongs to Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden in Hoyerswerda, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OSDDDE81HOY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OSDDDE81 |
| Branch code | HOY |
| Bank | Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hoyerswerda |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- HOY 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 SWIFT/BIC code OSDDDE81HOY?
The code OSDDDE81HOY belongs to Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden, a unit of Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden in Hoyerswerda, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in OSDDDE81HOY stand for?
OSDD is the institution code of Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 81 is the code for the city or region and HOY is the code of the department Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need OSDDDE81HOY to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of 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 OSDDDE81HOY.
Can I use OSDDDE81 instead of OSDDDE81HOY?
OSDDDE81 points to the head office of Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden, while OSDDDE81HOY points to Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention OSDDDE81HOY.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.