SWIFT/BIC code SOLADES1RGA
SOLADES1RGA belongs to Sparkasse Meissen in Riesa, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOLADES1RGA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOLADES1 |
| Branch code | RGA |
| Bank | Sparkasse Meissen |
| Branch | — |
| City | Riesa |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Meissen 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.
- RGA 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 code SOLADES1RGA?
SOLADES1RGA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sparkasse Meissen, a branch or department of Sparkasse Meissen in Riesa, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in SOLADES1RGA stand for?
SOLA is the bank code of Sparkasse Meissen, DE is the ISO code of Germany, S1 is the location code and RGA is the code of the department Sparkasse Meissen.
What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse Meissen?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
What happens if I use SOLADES1RGA with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOLADES1RGA with the recipient before sending.
Can I use SOLADES1 instead of SOLADES1RGA?
SOLADES1 is the main office of Sparkasse Meissen, while SOLADES1RGA is Sparkasse Meissen. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOLADES1RGA.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Meissen take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.