SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1STF
WELADED1STF belongs to Kreissparkasse Steinfurt in Ibbenbueren, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADED1STF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADED1 |
| Branch code | STF |
| Bank | Kreissparkasse Steinfurt |
| Branch | — |
| City | Ibbenbueren |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Kreissparkasse Steinfurt 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.
- STF 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 BIC WELADED1STF?
WELADED1STF identifies Kreissparkasse Steinfurt, a unit of Kreissparkasse Steinfurt in Ibbenbueren, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kreissparkasse Steinfurt?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use WELADED1STF incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check WELADED1STF against the details from Kreissparkasse Steinfurt before you confirm.
Does Kreissparkasse Steinfurt have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Kreissparkasse Steinfurt in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need WELADED1STF for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need WELADED1STF.
How long does a transfer to Kreissparkasse Steinfurt take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers 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.