SWIFT/BIC code SPBKDEBBXXX
SPBKDEBBXXX belongs to Sparda-Bank Berlin EG in Berlin, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPBKDEBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPBKDEBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sparda-Bank Berlin EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparda-Bank Berlin EG SWIFT/BIC works
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).
- BB 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
Which bank uses SWIFT/BIC code SPBKDEBBXXX?
SPBKDEBBXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Sparda-Bank Berlin EG in Berlin, Germany. Use it when a payment to Sparda-Bank Berlin EG does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Sparda-Bank Berlin EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SPBKDEBBXXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SPBKDEBBXXX.
Is SPBKDEBB and SPBKDEBBXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SPBKDEBB is the short version of SPBKDEBBXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Sparda-Bank Berlin EG in Berlin.
What do the letters in SPBKDEBBXXX mean?
SPBK is the bank code of Sparda-Bank Berlin EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, BB is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use SPBKDEBBXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SPBKDEBBXXX against the details from Sparda-Bank Berlin EG before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.