SWIFT/BIC code WELADE8LXXX
WELADE8LXXX belongs to Stadt-und Kreissparkasse Leipzig in Leipzig, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADE8LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADE8L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Stadt-und Kreissparkasse Leipzig |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Leipzig |
| Country | Germany |
How the Stadt-und Kreissparkasse Leipzig 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).
- 8L 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code WELADE8LXXX?
The code WELADE8LXXX belongs to the headquarters of Stadt-und Kreissparkasse Leipzig in Leipzig, Germany. Use it when a payment to Stadt-und Kreissparkasse Leipzig does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Stadt-und Kreissparkasse Leipzig take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need WELADE8LXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need WELADE8LXXX.
What does each part of WELADE8LXXX stand for?
WELA is the bank code of Stadt-und Kreissparkasse Leipzig, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 8L is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Is WELADE8L and WELADE8LXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. WELADE8L is the short version of WELADE8LXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Stadt-und Kreissparkasse Leipzig in Leipzig.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Stadt-und Kreissparkasse Leipzig?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.