SWIFT/BIC code SPHRDE21XXX
SPHRDE21XXX belongs to Sparda-Bank Hannover EG in Bremen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPHRDE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPHRDE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sparda-Bank Hannover EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bremen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparda-Bank Hannover EG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SPHR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 uses SWIFT code SPHRDE21XXX?
The code SPHRDE21XXX belongs to the head office of Sparda-Bank Hannover EG in Bremen, Germany. Use it when a payment to Sparda-Bank Hannover EG does not need a specific branch.
Has Sparda-Bank Hannover EG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sparda-Bank Hannover EG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
Are SPHRDE21 and SPHRDE21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SPHRDE21 is the short version of SPHRDE21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Sparda-Bank Hannover EG in Bremen.
How long does it take to send money to Sparda-Bank Hannover EG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SPHRDE21XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need SPHRDE21XXX.
What happens if I enter SPHRDE21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SPHRDE21XXX against the details from Sparda-Bank Hannover EG before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.