SWIFT/BIC code SABDDE88XXX
SABDDE88XXX belongs to Saechsische Aufbaubank Foerderbank in Dresden, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SABDDE88XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SABDDE88 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Saechsische Aufbaubank Foerderbank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dresden |
| Country | Germany |
How the Saechsische Aufbaubank Foerderbank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SABD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 88 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind BIC SABDDE88XXX?
The code SABDDE88XXX belongs to the headquarters of Saechsische Aufbaubank Foerderbank in Dresden, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Saechsische Aufbaubank Foerderbank.
What do the letters in SABDDE88XXX stand for?
SABD is the bank code of Saechsische Aufbaubank Foerderbank, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 88 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I use SABDDE88XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SABDDE88XXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Saechsische Aufbaubank Foerderbank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are SABDDE88 and SABDDE88XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SABDDE88 is the short version of SABDDE88XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Saechsische Aufbaubank Foerderbank in Dresden.
Do I need SABDDE88XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SABDDE88XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.