SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1RTG

WELADED1RTG belongs to Sparkasse Rietberg in Rietberg, Germany.

WELADED1RTG

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeWELADED1RTG
8-character codeWELADED1
Branch codeRTG
BankSparkasse Rietberg
Branch—
CityRietberg
CountryGermany

The way the Sparkasse Rietberg SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
RTG 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1RTG?

The code WELADED1RTG belongs to Sparkasse Rietberg, a unit of Sparkasse Rietberg in Rietberg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Sparkasse Rietberg have only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – WELADED1RTG is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sparkasse Rietberg in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.

What do the letters in WELADED1RTG stand for?

WELA is the bank code of Sparkasse Rietberg, DE is the ISO code of Germany, D1 is the location code and RTG is the code of the department Sparkasse Rietberg.

What happens if I enter WELADED1RTG with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check WELADED1RTG with the recipient before sending.

How long does a transfer to Sparkasse Rietberg take in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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