SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1LEN
WELADED1LEN belongs to Stadtsparkasse Lengerich in Lengerich, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADED1LEN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADED1 |
| Branch code | LEN |
| Bank | Stadtsparkasse Lengerich |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lengerich |
| Country | Germany |
How the Stadtsparkasse Lengerich 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.
- LEN 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code WELADED1LEN?
WELADED1LEN identifies Stadtsparkasse Lengerich, part of Stadtsparkasse Lengerich in Lengerich, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need WELADED1LEN to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need WELADED1LEN.
How long does a transfer to Stadtsparkasse Lengerich take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use WELADED1LEN with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WELADED1LEN with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Stadtsparkasse Lengerich use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WELADED1LEN is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Stadtsparkasse Lengerich in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Can I use WELADED1 instead of WELADED1LEN?
WELADED1 is the head office of Stadtsparkasse Lengerich, while WELADED1LEN is Stadtsparkasse Lengerich. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention WELADED1LEN.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.