SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1LSD
WELADED1LSD belongs to Sparkasse Luedenscheid in Luedenscheid, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADED1LSD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADED1 |
| Branch code | LSD |
| Bank | Sparkasse Luedenscheid |
| Branch | — |
| City | Luedenscheid |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Luedenscheid 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.
- LSD 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 BIC WELADED1LSD?
WELADED1LSD is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sparkasse Luedenscheid, a branch or department of Sparkasse Luedenscheid in Luedenscheid, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Sparkasse Luedenscheid use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WELADED1LSD is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Luedenscheid in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Can I use WELADED1 instead of WELADED1LSD?
WELADED1 is the main office of Sparkasse Luedenscheid, while WELADED1LSD points to Sparkasse Luedenscheid. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention WELADED1LSD.
What happens if I use WELADED1LSD with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check WELADED1LSD against the details from Sparkasse Luedenscheid before sending.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Luedenscheid take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need WELADED1LSD for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need WELADED1LSD.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.