SWIFT/BIC code SALADE51HOM
SALADE51HOM belongs to Kreissparkasse Saarpfalz/Homburg/Saar in Homburg (Saar), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SALADE51HOM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SALADE51 |
| Branch code | HOM |
| Bank | Kreissparkasse Saarpfalz/Homburg/Saar |
| Branch | — |
| City | Homburg (Saar) |
| Country | Germany |
How the Kreissparkasse Saarpfalz/Homburg/Saar SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SALA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 51 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- HOM 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 uses BIC SALADE51HOM?
The code SALADE51HOM belongs to Kreissparkasse Saarpfalz/Homburg/Saar, a unit of Kreissparkasse Saarpfalz/Homburg/Saar in Homburg (Saar), Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SALADE51 instead of SALADE51HOM?
SALADE51 is the head office of Kreissparkasse Saarpfalz/Homburg/Saar, while SALADE51HOM points to Kreissparkasse Saarpfalz/Homburg/Saar. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SALADE51HOM.
What happens if I use SALADE51HOM incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SALADE51HOM with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Kreissparkasse Saarpfalz/Homburg/Saar?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need SALADE51HOM 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 do need SALADE51HOM.
How long does it take to send money to Kreissparkasse Saarpfalz/Homburg/Saar in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.