SWIFT/BIC code WWBADE3ADOT
WWBADE3ADOT belongs to Abcbank GMBH in Koeln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WWBADE3ADOT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WWBADE3A |
| Branch code | DOT |
| Bank | Abcbank GMBH |
| Branch | Dotationskonto |
| City | Koeln |
| Country | Germany |
The way 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).
- 3A Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- DOT 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 SWIFT code WWBADE3ADOT?
WWBADE3ADOT is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dotationskonto, part of Abcbank GMBH in Koeln, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use WWBADE3A instead of WWBADE3ADOT?
WWBADE3A is the main office of Abcbank GMBH, while WWBADE3ADOT is Dotationskonto. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention WWBADE3ADOT.
What happens if I enter WWBADE3ADOT with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WWBADE3ADOT against the details from Abcbank GMBH before you confirm.
What does each part of WWBADE3ADOT mean?
WWBA is the institution code of Abcbank GMBH, DE stands for Germany, 3A is the location code and DOT identifies the department Dotationskonto.
How long does a transfer to Abcbank GMBH take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need WWBADE3ADOT to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need WWBADE3ADOT.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.