SWIFT/BIC code WELADE3WXXX
WELADE3WXXX belongs to Sparkasse Westmuensterland in Ahaus, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADE3WXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADE3W |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sparkasse Westmuensterland |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ahaus |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Westmuensterland SWIFT/BIC is structured
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).
- 3W 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/BIC code WELADE3WXXX?
WELADE3WXXX identifies the main office of Sparkasse Westmuensterland in Ahaus, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Sparkasse Westmuensterland.
Is WELADE3W and WELADE3WXXX the same code?
Yes. WELADE3W is the short version of WELADE3WXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Sparkasse Westmuensterland in Ahaus.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Westmuensterland in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need WELADE3WXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need WELADE3WXXX.
What happens if I use WELADE3WXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WELADE3WXXX against the details from Sparkasse Westmuensterland before you confirm.
What do the letters in WELADE3WXXX stand for?
WELA is the bank code of Sparkasse Westmuensterland, DE stands for Germany, 3W is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.