SWIFT/BIC code SOLADES1KNZ
SOLADES1KNZ belongs to Sparkasse Bodensee (Formerly Sparkasse Konstanz) in Konstanz, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOLADES1KNZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOLADES1 |
| Branch code | KNZ |
| Bank | Sparkasse Bodensee (Formerly Sparkasse Konstanz) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Konstanz |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Bodensee (Formerly Sparkasse Konstanz) SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- KNZ 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 SWIFT/BIC code SOLADES1KNZ?
SOLADES1KNZ identifies Sparkasse Bodensee (Formerly Sparkasse Konstanz), part of Sparkasse Bodensee (Formerly Sparkasse Konstanz) in Konstanz, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in SOLADES1KNZ stand for?
SOLA is the bank code of Sparkasse Bodensee (Formerly Sparkasse Konstanz), DE stands for Germany, S1 is the code for the city or region and KNZ identifies the branch Sparkasse Bodensee (Formerly Sparkasse Konstanz).
Do I need SOLADES1KNZ to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SOLADES1KNZ.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Bodensee (Formerly Sparkasse Konstanz) take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use SOLADES1KNZ with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOLADES1KNZ with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Bodensee (Formerly Sparkasse Konstanz)?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare 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.