SWIFT/BIC code WELADEDLLEV
WELADEDLLEV belongs to Sparkasse Leverkusen in Leverkusen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WELADEDLLEV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WELADEDL |
| Branch code | LEV |
| Bank | Sparkasse Leverkusen |
| Branch | Head Office |
| City | Leverkusen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Sparkasse Leverkusen 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).
- DL Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- LEV 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 uses BIC WELADEDLLEV?
WELADEDLLEV identifies Head Office, a branch or department of Sparkasse Leverkusen in Leverkusen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Leverkusen in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in WELADEDLLEV mean?
WELA is the bank code of Sparkasse Leverkusen, DE stands for Germany, DL is the location code and LEV is the code of the department Head Office.
Do I need WELADEDLLEV for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need WELADEDLLEV.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Leverkusen in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use WELADEDL instead of WELADEDLLEV?
WELADEDL points to the main office of Sparkasse Leverkusen, while WELADEDLLEV points to Head Office. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use WELADEDLLEV if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.