SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1LIP
WELADED1LIP belongs to Sparkasse Lippstadt in Lippstadt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADED1LIP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADED1 |
| Branch code | LIP |
| Bank | Sparkasse Lippstadt |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lippstadt |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Lippstadt 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.
- LIP 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 WELADED1LIP?
WELADED1LIP identifies Sparkasse Lippstadt, a unit of Sparkasse Lippstadt in Lippstadt, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Lippstadt?
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.
What happens if I use WELADED1LIP incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check WELADED1LIP against the details from Sparkasse Lippstadt before sending.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Lippstadt take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need WELADED1LIP for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need WELADED1LIP.
Does Sparkasse Lippstadt have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WELADED1LIP is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sparkasse Lippstadt 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.