SWIFT/BIC code WALEDE81XXX
WALEDE81XXX belongs to Waldecker Bank EG in Bad Arolsen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WALEDE81XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WALEDE81 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Waldecker Bank EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bad Arolsen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Waldecker Bank EG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WALE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 81 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 is behind SWIFT code WALEDE81XXX?
The code WALEDE81XXX belongs to the headquarters of Waldecker Bank EG in Bad Arolsen, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Waldecker Bank EG does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in WALEDE81XXX stand for?
WALE is the institution code of Waldecker Bank EG, DE stands for Germany, 81 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Waldecker Bank EG?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Waldecker Bank EG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Waldecker Bank EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use WALEDE81XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check WALEDE81XXX against the details from Waldecker Bank EG before you confirm.
Do I need WALEDE81XXX 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. If you send another currency you still need WALEDE81XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.