SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1MES
WELADED1MES belongs to Sparkasse Meschede in Meschede, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADED1MES |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADED1 |
| Branch code | MES |
| Bank | Sparkasse Meschede |
| Branch | — |
| City | Meschede |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Meschede SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- MES 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 WELADED1MES?
WELADED1MES identifies Sparkasse Meschede, a branch or department of Sparkasse Meschede in Meschede, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need WELADED1MES for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need WELADED1MES.
How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Meschede take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Meschede in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter WELADED1MES incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WELADED1MES against the details from Sparkasse Meschede before sending.
Can I use WELADED1 instead of WELADED1MES?
WELADED1 points to the main office of Sparkasse Meschede, while WELADED1MES is Sparkasse Meschede. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use WELADED1MES 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.