SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1OBH
WELADED1OBH belongs to Stadtsparkasse Oberhausen in Oberhausen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADED1OBH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADED1 |
| Branch code | OBH |
| Bank | Stadtsparkasse Oberhausen |
| Branch | — |
| City | Oberhausen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Stadtsparkasse Oberhausen 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.
- OBH 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 uses SWIFT code WELADED1OBH?
The code WELADED1OBH belongs to Stadtsparkasse Oberhausen, a unit of Stadtsparkasse Oberhausen in Oberhausen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use WELADED1 instead of WELADED1OBH?
WELADED1 points to the head office of Stadtsparkasse Oberhausen, while WELADED1OBH points to Stadtsparkasse Oberhausen. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention WELADED1OBH.
What happens if I enter WELADED1OBH with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WELADED1OBH with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of WELADED1OBH stand for?
WELA is the bank code of Stadtsparkasse Oberhausen, DE is the ISO code of Germany, D1 is the location code and OBH is the code of the department Stadtsparkasse Oberhausen.
How long does a transfer to Stadtsparkasse Oberhausen take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need WELADED1OBH for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need WELADED1OBH.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.