SWIFT/BIC code SOLADES1GEB
SOLADES1GEB belongs to Sparkasse Gengenbach in Gengenbach, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOLADES1GEB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOLADES1 |
| Branch code | GEB |
| Bank | Sparkasse Gengenbach |
| Branch | — |
| City | Gengenbach |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Gengenbach SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOLA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GEB 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 BIC SOLADES1GEB?
The code SOLADES1GEB belongs to Sparkasse Gengenbach, a branch or department of Sparkasse Gengenbach in Gengenbach, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Sparkasse Gengenbach use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SOLADES1GEB is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Gengenbach in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in SOLADES1GEB mean?
SOLA is the bank code of Sparkasse Gengenbach, DE is the ISO code of Germany, S1 is the location code and GEB identifies the department Sparkasse Gengenbach.
What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse Gengenbach in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% 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.
Can I use SOLADES1 instead of SOLADES1GEB?
SOLADES1 points to the main office of Sparkasse Gengenbach, while SOLADES1GEB points to Sparkasse Gengenbach. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOLADES1GEB.
What happens if I use SOLADES1GEB with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOLADES1GEB against the details from Sparkasse Gengenbach before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.