SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1MST

WELADED1MST belongs to Sparkasse Muensterland Ost in Muenster (Westf), Germany.

WELADED1MST

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeWELADED1MST
8-character codeWELADED1
Branch codeMST
BankSparkasse Muensterland Ost
Branch—
CityMuenster (Westf)
CountryGermany

The way the Sparkasse Muensterland Ost 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.
MST 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1MST?

WELADED1MST identifies Sparkasse Muensterland Ost, a unit of Sparkasse Muensterland Ost in Muenster (Westf), Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to Sparkasse Muensterland Ost in Germany?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use WELADED1 instead of WELADED1MST?

WELADED1 points to the head office of Sparkasse Muensterland Ost, while WELADED1MST points to Sparkasse Muensterland Ost. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use WELADED1MST if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need WELADED1MST for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need WELADED1MST.

How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Muensterland Ost?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What does each part of WELADED1MST stand for?

WELA is the bank code of Sparkasse Muensterland Ost, DE is the ISO code of Germany, D1 is the code for the city or region and MST identifies the department Sparkasse Muensterland Ost.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.