SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1GOC
WELADED1GOC belongs to Verbandssparkasse Goch in Goch, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADED1GOC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADED1 |
| Branch code | GOC |
| Bank | Verbandssparkasse Goch |
| Branch | — |
| City | Goch |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Verbandssparkasse Goch 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).
- D1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GOC 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 WELADED1GOC?
WELADED1GOC identifies Verbandssparkasse Goch, part of Verbandssparkasse Goch in Goch, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use WELADED1 instead of WELADED1GOC?
WELADED1 is the main office of Verbandssparkasse Goch, while WELADED1GOC is Verbandssparkasse Goch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention WELADED1GOC.
What does each part of WELADED1GOC stand for?
WELA is the bank code of Verbandssparkasse Goch, DE is the ISO code of Germany, D1 is the code for the city or region and GOC is the code of the branch Verbandssparkasse Goch.
Do I need WELADED1GOC to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need WELADED1GOC.
How long does it take to send money to Verbandssparkasse Goch?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Verbandssparkasse Goch in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.