SWIFT/BIC code WELADE3LXXX
WELADE3LXXX belongs to Sparkasse Paderborn-Detmold in Detmold, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADE3LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADE3L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sparkasse Paderborn-Detmold |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Detmold |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Paderborn-Detmold SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WELA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 3L 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 WELADE3LXXX?
The code WELADE3LXXX belongs to the head office of Sparkasse Paderborn-Detmold in Detmold, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Sparkasse Paderborn-Detmold.
What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse Paderborn-Detmold in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter WELADE3LXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check WELADE3LXXX with the recipient before sending.
Do I need WELADE3LXXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need WELADE3LXXX.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Paderborn-Detmold take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are WELADE3L and WELADE3LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. WELADE3L is the 8-character version of WELADE3LXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Sparkasse Paderborn-Detmold in Detmold.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.