SWIFT/BIC code SOLSDE33XXX
SOLSDE33XXX belongs to Stadt-Sparkasse Solingen in Solingen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOLSDE33XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOLSDE33 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Stadt-Sparkasse Solingen |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Solingen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Stadt-Sparkasse Solingen SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOLS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 33 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SOLSDE33XXX?
The code SOLSDE33XXX belongs to the head office of Stadt-Sparkasse Solingen in Solingen, Germany. Use it when a payment to Stadt-Sparkasse Solingen does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in SOLSDE33XXX stand for?
SOLS is the bank code of Stadt-Sparkasse Solingen, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 33 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Is SOLSDE33 and SOLSDE33XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SOLSDE33 is the 8-character version of SOLSDE33XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Stadt-Sparkasse Solingen in Solingen.
How long does a transfer to Stadt-Sparkasse Solingen take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SOLSDE33XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SOLSDE33XXX.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Stadt-Sparkasse Solingen?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers 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.