SWIFT/BIC code SKGIDE5FKTO
SKGIDE5FKTO belongs to Sparkasse Giessen in Giessen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SKGIDE5FKTO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SKGIDE5F |
| Branch code | KTO |
| Bank | Sparkasse Giessen |
| Branch | Kontenverlagerung Buba |
| City | Giessen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Giessen SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SKGI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 5F Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KTO 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SKGIDE5FKTO?
SKGIDE5FKTO identifies Kontenverlagerung Buba, a branch or department of Sparkasse Giessen in Giessen, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of SKGIDE5FKTO mean?
SKGI is the bank code of Sparkasse Giessen, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 5F is the location code and KTO is the code of the branch Kontenverlagerung Buba.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Giessen in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SKGIDE5FKTO to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need SKGIDE5FKTO.
Can I use SKGIDE5F instead of SKGIDE5FKTO?
SKGIDE5F is the head office of Sparkasse Giessen, while SKGIDE5FKTO is Kontenverlagerung Buba. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SKGIDE5FKTO.
What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse Giessen?
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 – 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.