SWIFT/BIC code WELADED1ZWI

WELADED1ZWI belongs to Sparkasse Zwickau in Zwickau, Germany.

WELADED1ZWI

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeWELADED1ZWI
8-character codeWELADED1
Branch codeZWI
BankSparkasse Zwickau
Branch—
CityZwickau
CountryGermany

How the Sparkasse Zwickau 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.
ZWI 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 code WELADED1ZWI?

The code WELADED1ZWI belongs to Sparkasse Zwickau, a branch or department of Sparkasse Zwickau in Zwickau, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use WELADED1ZWI with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check WELADED1ZWI with the recipient before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Zwickau in Germany?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Zwickau?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need WELADED1ZWI 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 still need WELADED1ZWI.

Does Sparkasse Zwickau have only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – WELADED1ZWI is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Zwickau in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

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