SWIFT/BIC code SPBIDE3BDOT
SPBIDE3BDOT belongs to Sparkasse Bielefeld in Bielefeld, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPBIDE3BDOT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPBIDE3B |
| Branch code | DOT |
| Bank | Sparkasse Bielefeld |
| Branch | Dotationskonto |
| City | Bielefeld |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Bielefeld SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SPBI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 3B Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- DOT 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/BIC code SPBIDE3BDOT?
The code SPBIDE3BDOT belongs to Dotationskonto, a unit of Sparkasse Bielefeld in Bielefeld, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use SPBIDE3BDOT with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SPBIDE3BDOT with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of SPBIDE3BDOT mean?
SPBI is the bank code of Sparkasse Bielefeld, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 3B is the code for the city or region and DOT identifies the branch Dotationskonto.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Bielefeld?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SPBIDE3BDOT to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need SPBIDE3BDOT.
Can I use SPBIDE3B instead of SPBIDE3BDOT?
SPBIDE3B points to the main office of Sparkasse Bielefeld, while SPBIDE3BDOT points to Dotationskonto. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SPBIDE3BDOT.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.