SWIFT/BIC code SPKHDE2H001
SPKHDE2H001 belongs to Sparkasse Hannover in Hannover, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPKHDE2H001 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPKHDE2H |
| Branch code | 001 |
| Bank | Sparkasse Hannover |
| Branch | T2s |
| City | Hannover |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Hannover SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SPKH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2H Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 001 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 BIC SPKHDE2H001?
SPKHDE2H001 identifies T2s, a branch or department of Sparkasse Hannover in Hannover, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need SPKHDE2H001 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SPKHDE2H001.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Hannover take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of SPKHDE2H001 stand for?
SPKH is the institution code of Sparkasse Hannover, DE stands for Germany, 2H is the code for the city or region and 001 is the code of the branch T2s.
What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse Hannover in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter SPKHDE2H001 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SPKHDE2H001 against the details from Sparkasse Hannover before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.