SWIFT/BIC code SAKSDE55DOT
SAKSDE55DOT belongs to Sparkasse Saarbruecken in Saarbruecken, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SAKSDE55DOT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SAKSDE55 |
| Branch code | DOT |
| Bank | Sparkasse Saarbruecken |
| Branch | Dotationskonto |
| City | Saarbruecken |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Saarbruecken SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SAKS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 55 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- DOT 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 bank uses BIC SAKSDE55DOT?
SAKSDE55DOT identifies Dotationskonto, a branch or department of Sparkasse Saarbruecken in Saarbruecken, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Sparkasse Saarbruecken have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sparkasse Saarbruecken in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use SAKSDE55 instead of SAKSDE55DOT?
SAKSDE55 points to the main office of Sparkasse Saarbruecken, while SAKSDE55DOT points to Dotationskonto. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SAKSDE55DOT if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter SAKSDE55DOT incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SAKSDE55DOT against the details from Sparkasse Saarbruecken before you confirm.
What do the letters in SAKSDE55DOT stand for?
SAKS is the bank code of Sparkasse Saarbruecken, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 55 is the code for the city or region and DOT is the code of the department Dotationskonto.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Saarbruecken?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.