SWIFT/BIC code SPESDE3EDO1
SPESDE3EDO1 belongs to Sparkasse Essen in Essen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPESDE3EDO1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPESDE3E |
| Branch code | DO1 |
| Bank | Sparkasse Essen |
| Branch | — |
| City | Essen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Essen SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SPES Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 3E Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- DO1 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 SPESDE3EDO1?
SPESDE3EDO1 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sparkasse Essen, a unit of Sparkasse Essen in Essen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Sparkasse Essen have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sparkasse Essen in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use SPESDE3E instead of SPESDE3EDO1?
SPESDE3E points to the main office of Sparkasse Essen, while SPESDE3EDO1 points to Sparkasse Essen. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SPESDE3EDO1.
What happens if I use SPESDE3EDO1 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SPESDE3EDO1 against the details from Sparkasse Essen before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Essen take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in SPESDE3EDO1 mean?
SPES is the bank code of Sparkasse Essen, DE stands for Germany, 3E is the location code and DO1 is the code of the branch Sparkasse Essen.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.