SWIFT/BIC code OSDDDE81PIR
OSDDDE81PIR belongs to Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden in Pirna, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OSDDDE81PIR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OSDDDE81 |
| Branch code | PIR |
| Bank | Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden |
| Branch | — |
| City | Pirna |
| Country | Germany |
How 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.
- PIR 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/BIC code OSDDDE81PIR?
OSDDDE81PIR identifies Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden, part of Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden in Pirna, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need OSDDDE81PIR for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need OSDDDE81PIR.
How long does it take to send money to Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use OSDDDE81PIR incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check OSDDDE81PIR with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of OSDDDE81PIR mean?
OSDD is the bank code of Ostsachsische Sparkasse Dresden, DE stands for Germany, 81 is the code for the city or region and PIR identifies the branch 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. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services 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.