SWIFT/BIC code SPKHDE2HXXX
SPKHDE2HXXX belongs to Sparkasse Hannover in Hannover, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPKHDE2HXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPKHDE2H |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sparkasse Hannover |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hannover |
| Country | Germany |
The way 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.
- 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 institution uses BIC SPKHDE2HXXX?
SPKHDE2HXXX identifies the head office of Sparkasse Hannover in Hannover, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Sparkasse Hannover does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter SPKHDE2HXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SPKHDE2HXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Sparkasse Hannover got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sparkasse Hannover in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Hannover in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of SPKHDE2HXXX stand for?
SPKH is the bank code of Sparkasse Hannover, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 2H is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Do I need SPKHDE2HXXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SPKHDE2HXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.