SWIFT/BIC code SIKBDE55XXX
SIKBDE55XXX belongs to Sikb AG-Saarlaendische Investitionskredit-Bank AG in Saarbruecken, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SIKBDE55XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SIKBDE55 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sikb AG-Saarlaendische Investitionskredit-Bank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Saarbruecken |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sikb AG-Saarlaendische Investitionskredit-Bank AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SIKB 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.
- 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 bank is behind SWIFT code SIKBDE55XXX?
SIKBDE55XXX identifies the head office of Sikb AG-Saarlaendische Investitionskredit-Bank AG in Saarbruecken, Germany. Use it when a payment to Sikb AG-Saarlaendische Investitionskredit-Bank AG does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Sikb AG-Saarlaendische Investitionskredit-Bank AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SIKBDE55XXX 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 do need SIKBDE55XXX.
Are SIKBDE55 and SIKBDE55XXX the same code?
Yes. SIKBDE55 is the 8-character version of SIKBDE55XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Sikb AG-Saarlaendische Investitionskredit-Bank AG in Saarbruecken.
What is the best way to send money to Sikb AG-Saarlaendische Investitionskredit-Bank AG in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use SIKBDE55XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SIKBDE55XXX against the details from Sikb AG-Saarlaendische Investitionskredit-Bank AG before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.