SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1WTN
WELADED1WTN belongs to Sparkasse Witten in Witten, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADED1WTN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADED1 |
| Branch code | WTN |
| Bank | Sparkasse Witten |
| Branch | — |
| City | Witten |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Witten 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.
- WTN 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 bank is behind SWIFT code WELADED1WTN?
WELADED1WTN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sparkasse Witten, part of Sparkasse Witten in Witten, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Sparkasse Witten have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WELADED1WTN is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sparkasse Witten in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use WELADED1WTN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WELADED1WTN against the details from Sparkasse Witten before you confirm.
Can I use WELADED1 instead of WELADED1WTN?
WELADED1 is the main office of Sparkasse Witten, while WELADED1WTN is Sparkasse Witten. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use WELADED1WTN if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need WELADED1WTN for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need WELADED1WTN.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Witten in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.