SWIFT/BIC code WWBADE31XXX
WWBADE31XXX belongs to Abcbank GMBH in Koeln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WWBADE31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WWBADE31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Abcbank GMBH |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Koeln |
| Country | Germany |
How the Abcbank GMBH SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WWBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 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
Which bank uses BIC WWBADE31XXX?
WWBADE31XXX identifies the head office of Abcbank GMBH in Koeln, Germany. Use it when a payment to Abcbank GMBH does not need a specific branch.
Do I need WWBADE31XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need WWBADE31XXX.
How long does a transfer to Abcbank GMBH 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.
Is WWBADE31 and WWBADE31XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. WWBADE31 is the short version of WWBADE31XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Abcbank GMBH in Koeln.
Does Abcbank GMBH have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Abcbank GMBH in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Abcbank GMBH.
What happens if I use WWBADE31XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check WWBADE31XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.