SWIFT/BIC code SOLADES1STF
SOLADES1STF belongs to Sparkasse Staufen-Breisach in Staufen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOLADES1STF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOLADES1 |
| Branch code | STF |
| Bank | Sparkasse Staufen-Breisach |
| Branch | — |
| City | Staufen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Staufen-Breisach 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.
- STF 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
What bank is behind BIC SOLADES1STF?
SOLADES1STF identifies Sparkasse Staufen-Breisach, a branch or department of Sparkasse Staufen-Breisach in Staufen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need SOLADES1STF 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 SOLADES1STF.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Staufen-Breisach?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Sparkasse Staufen-Breisach have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SOLADES1STF is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Staufen-Breisach in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use SOLADES1STF incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOLADES1STF against the details from Sparkasse Staufen-Breisach before you confirm.
What does each part of SOLADES1STF stand for?
SOLA is the institution code of Sparkasse Staufen-Breisach, DE stands for Germany, S1 is the code for the city or region and STF identifies the branch Sparkasse Staufen-Breisach.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.