SWIFT/BIC code SSKNDE77001
SSKNDE77001 belongs to Sparkasse Nuernberg in Nuernberg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SSKNDE77001 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SSKNDE77 |
| Branch code | 001 |
| Bank | Sparkasse Nuernberg |
| Branch | Lzb-Konto |
| City | Nuernberg |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Nuernberg SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SSKN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 77 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code SSKNDE77001?
The code SSKNDE77001 belongs to Lzb-Konto, a branch or department of Sparkasse Nuernberg in Nuernberg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need SSKNDE77001 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need SSKNDE77001.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Nuernberg take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Nuernberg?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of SSKNDE77001 mean?
SSKN is the institution code of Sparkasse Nuernberg, DE stands for Germany, 77 is the code for the city or region and 001 is the code of the branch Lzb-Konto.
What happens if I use SSKNDE77001 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SSKNDE77001 against the details from Sparkasse Nuernberg before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.