SWIFT/BIC code UMWEDE7NXXX
UMWEDE7NXXX belongs to Umweltbank AG in Nuernberg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UMWEDE7NXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UMWEDE7N |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Umweltbank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nuernberg |
| Country | Germany |
How the Umweltbank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UMWE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 7N 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code UMWEDE7NXXX?
The code UMWEDE7NXXX belongs to the headquarters of Umweltbank AG in Nuernberg, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Umweltbank AG.
Is UMWEDE7N and UMWEDE7NXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. UMWEDE7N is the 8-character version of UMWEDE7NXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Umweltbank AG in Nuernberg.
What happens if I use UMWEDE7NXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UMWEDE7NXXX against the details from Umweltbank AG before you confirm.
Do I need UMWEDE7NXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need UMWEDE7NXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Umweltbank AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Umweltbank AG in Germany?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.