SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1HTG
WELADED1HTG belongs to Sparkasse Hattingen in Hattingen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADED1HTG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADED1 |
| Branch code | HTG |
| Bank | Sparkasse Hattingen |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hattingen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Hattingen SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- HTG 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 WELADED1HTG?
The code WELADED1HTG belongs to Sparkasse Hattingen, part of Sparkasse Hattingen in Hattingen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse Hattingen in Germany?
Banks often 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 Hattingen use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WELADED1HTG is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sparkasse Hattingen in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in WELADED1HTG stand for?
WELA is the bank code of Sparkasse Hattingen, DE stands for Germany, D1 is the location code and HTG identifies the branch Sparkasse Hattingen.
Can I use WELADED1 instead of WELADED1HTG?
WELADED1 points to the main office of Sparkasse Hattingen, while WELADED1HTG points to Sparkasse Hattingen. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use WELADED1HTG if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Hattingen take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.