SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1HAW
WELADED1HAW belongs to Kreissparkasse Halle in Halle (Westfalen), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADED1HAW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADED1 |
| Branch code | HAW |
| Bank | Kreissparkasse Halle |
| Branch | — |
| City | Halle (Westfalen) |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Kreissparkasse Halle 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.
- HAW 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 bank uses SWIFT code WELADED1HAW?
The code WELADED1HAW belongs to Kreissparkasse Halle, a unit of Kreissparkasse Halle in Halle (Westfalen), Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use WELADED1 instead of WELADED1HAW?
WELADED1 is the main office of Kreissparkasse Halle, while WELADED1HAW points to Kreissparkasse Halle. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use WELADED1HAW if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use WELADED1HAW incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WELADED1HAW against the details from Kreissparkasse Halle before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Kreissparkasse Halle?
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 – the difference can be large.
Does Kreissparkasse Halle use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WELADED1HAW is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Kreissparkasse Halle in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need WELADED1HAW for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need WELADED1HAW.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.