SWIFT/BIC code WWBADE3AXXX
WWBADE3AXXX belongs to Abcbank GMBH in Koeln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WWBADE3AXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WWBADE3A |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Abcbank GMBH |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- 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 institution is behind BIC WWBADE3AXXX?
The code WWBADE3AXXX belongs to the head office of Abcbank GMBH in Koeln, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Abcbank GMBH does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Abcbank GMBH?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Abcbank GMBH have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Abcbank GMBH in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Abcbank GMBH.
What happens if I use WWBADE3AXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check WWBADE3AXXX with the recipient before sending.
Are WWBADE3A and WWBADE3AXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. WWBADE3A is the 8-character version of WWBADE3AXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Abcbank GMBH in Koeln.
How long does a transfer to Abcbank GMBH take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.