SWIFT/BIC code WLAHDE44XXX
WLAHDE44XXX belongs to Sparkasse Herford in Herford, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WLAHDE44XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WLAHDE44 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sparkasse Herford |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Herford |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Herford SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WLAH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 44 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code WLAHDE44XXX?
WLAHDE44XXX identifies the main office of Sparkasse Herford in Herford, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Sparkasse Herford.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparkasse Herford in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter WLAHDE44XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check WLAHDE44XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Sparkasse Herford use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, WLAHDE44XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparkasse Herford in Germany, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of WLAHDE44XXX mean?
WLAH is the bank code of Sparkasse Herford, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 44 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Do I need WLAHDE44XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need WLAHDE44XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.