SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1KLE
WELADED1KLE belongs to Sparkasse Kleve in Kleve, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADED1KLE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADED1 |
| Branch code | KLE |
| Bank | Sparkasse Kleve |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kleve |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Kleve 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.
- KLE 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 code WELADED1KLE?
WELADED1KLE identifies Sparkasse Kleve, a branch or department of Sparkasse Kleve in Kleve, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in WELADED1KLE mean?
WELA is the institution code of Sparkasse Kleve, DE is the ISO code of Germany, D1 is the location code and KLE is the code of the branch Sparkasse Kleve.
Does Sparkasse Kleve have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WELADED1KLE is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sparkasse Kleve in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter WELADED1KLE incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check WELADED1KLE against the details from Sparkasse Kleve before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse Kleve?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use WELADED1 instead of WELADED1KLE?
WELADED1 is the main office of Sparkasse Kleve, while WELADED1KLE points to Sparkasse Kleve. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use WELADED1KLE if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.