SWIFT/BIC code SPBKDE88XXX
SPBKDE88XXX belongs to Sparda-Bank Muenster EG in Muenster (Westf), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPBKDE88XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPBKDE88 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sparda-Bank Muenster EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Muenster (Westf) |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparda-Bank Muenster EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SPBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 88 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 is behind SWIFT code SPBKDE88XXX?
SPBKDE88XXX identifies the head office of Sparda-Bank Muenster EG in Muenster (Westf), Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Sparda-Bank Muenster EG.
What happens if I enter SPBKDE88XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SPBKDE88XXX against the details from Sparda-Bank Muenster EG before sending.
Has Sparda-Bank Muenster EG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sparda-Bank Muenster EG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Sparda-Bank Muenster EG.
Are SPBKDE88 and SPBKDE88XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SPBKDE88 is the short version of SPBKDE88XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Sparda-Bank Muenster EG in Muenster (Westf).
Do I need SPBKDE88XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need SPBKDE88XXX.
How long does a transfer to Sparda-Bank Muenster EG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.