SWIFT/BIC code SYBKDE22KIE
SYBKDE22KIE belongs to Sydbank A/S in Kiel, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SYBKDE22KIE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SYBKDE22 |
| Branch code | KIE |
| Bank | Sydbank A/S |
| Branch | Kiel |
| City | Kiel |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sydbank A/S SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SYBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KIE 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 SWIFT code SYBKDE22KIE?
The code SYBKDE22KIE belongs to Kiel, a unit of Sydbank A/S in Kiel, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of SYBKDE22KIE stand for?
SYBK is the bank code of Sydbank A/S, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 22 is the code for the city or region and KIE identifies the branch Kiel.
What is the best way to send money to Sydbank A/S?
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.
How long does it take to send money to Sydbank A/S in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SYBKDE22KIE 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. If you send another currency you do need SYBKDE22KIE.
Can I use SYBKDE22 instead of SYBKDE22KIE?
SYBKDE22 points to the head office of Sydbank A/S, while SYBKDE22KIE is Kiel. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SYBKDE22KIE if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.