SWIFT/BIC code SPHDDEF1XXX
SPHDDEF1XXX belongs to Sparkasse Hennstedt-Wesselburen in Hennstedt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPHDDEF1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPHDDEF1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sparkasse Hennstedt-Wesselburen |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hennstedt |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Hennstedt-Wesselburen SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SPHD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- F1 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 code SPHDDEF1XXX?
SPHDDEF1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Sparkasse Hennstedt-Wesselburen in Hennstedt, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Sparkasse Hennstedt-Wesselburen does not need a specific branch.
Are SPHDDEF1 and SPHDDEF1XXX the same code?
Yes. SPHDDEF1 is the short version of SPHDDEF1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Sparkasse Hennstedt-Wesselburen in Hennstedt.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Hennstedt-Wesselburen?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SPHDDEF1XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need SPHDDEF1XXX.
Does Sparkasse Hennstedt-Wesselburen have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sparkasse Hennstedt-Wesselburen in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Sparkasse Hennstedt-Wesselburen.
What happens if I use SPHDDEF1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SPHDDEF1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.