SWIFT/BIC code SWREDEM1XXX
SWREDEM1XXX belongs to Swiss Re Life and Health Germany in Unterfoehring, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWREDEM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWREDEM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Swiss Re Life and Health Germany |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Unterfoehring |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Swiss Re Life and Health Germany SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SWRE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 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 SWIFT code SWREDEM1XXX?
The code SWREDEM1XXX belongs to the main office of Swiss Re Life and Health Germany in Unterfoehring, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Swiss Re Life and Health Germany does not need a specific branch.
Do I need SWREDEM1XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SWREDEM1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Swiss Re Life and Health Germany in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are SWREDEM1 and SWREDEM1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SWREDEM1 is the short version of SWREDEM1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Swiss Re Life and Health Germany in Unterfoehring.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Swiss Re Life and Health Germany in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in SWREDEM1XXX mean?
SWRE is the institution code of Swiss Re Life and Health Germany, DE stands for Germany, M1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.