SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1BEK
WELADED1BEK belongs to Sparkasse Beckum - Wadersloh in Beckum, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADED1BEK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADED1 |
| Branch code | BEK |
| Bank | Sparkasse Beckum - Wadersloh |
| Branch | — |
| City | Beckum |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Beckum - Wadersloh 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).
- D1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BEK 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1BEK?
WELADED1BEK is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sparkasse Beckum - Wadersloh, part of Sparkasse Beckum - Wadersloh in Beckum, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter WELADED1BEK incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WELADED1BEK with the recipient before sending.
Does Sparkasse Beckum - Wadersloh use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – WELADED1BEK is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Beckum - Wadersloh in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of WELADED1BEK mean?
WELA is the institution code of Sparkasse Beckum - Wadersloh, DE is the ISO code of Germany, D1 is the code for the city or region and BEK identifies the branch Sparkasse Beckum - Wadersloh.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Beckum - Wadersloh in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Do I need WELADED1BEK to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need WELADED1BEK.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.