SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1HAM
WELADED1HAM belongs to Sparkasse Hamm in Hamm, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADED1HAM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADED1 |
| Branch code | HAM |
| Bank | Sparkasse Hamm |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hamm |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Hamm 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.
- HAM 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1HAM?
The code WELADED1HAM belongs to Sparkasse Hamm, a unit of Sparkasse Hamm in Hamm, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Hamm?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need WELADED1HAM for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need WELADED1HAM.
Can I use WELADED1 instead of WELADED1HAM?
WELADED1 points to the main office of Sparkasse Hamm, while WELADED1HAM is Sparkasse Hamm. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention WELADED1HAM.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Hamm in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Sparkasse Hamm have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WELADED1HAM is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sparkasse Hamm in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.