About SWIFT Code BELADEB1DB5
BELADEB1DB5 identifies
Berliner Sparkasse - Landesbank Berlin AG ((Direktbank Service)) in Berlin, Germany,
on the international SWIFT network. The code breaks down as: bank code
BELA, country DE,
location B1, and branch
DB5.
Use this code when receiving or sending an international wire transfer to Berliner Sparkasse - Landesbank Berlin AG. You will usually also need the recipient's account number or IBAN. Learn how SWIFT codes work →
Always confirm the SWIFT code with the receiving bank before transferring money - codes can change and branch codes vary by account type.
Frequently Asked Questions
What bank uses SWIFT code BELADEB1DB5?
BELADEB1DB5 belongs to Berliner Sparkasse - Landesbank Berlin AG ((Direktbank Service)) in Berlin, Germany.
Is BELADEB1DB5 valid for international transfers?
Yes - it's a valid 11-character BIC: bank code BELA, country DE, location B1, branch DB5. Pair it with the recipient's account number or IBAN, and always confirm with the receiving bank before wiring money.
What's the difference between an 8 and 11 character code?
8-character codes identify the bank's head office; 11-character codes add a 3-character branch identifier. If no branch code is given, "XXX" (head office) is assumed.
What do I need besides the SWIFT code for an international transfer?
Typically the recipient's full name and address, their account number or IBAN, the bank's name and address, and the SWIFT/BIC code BELADEB1DB5. Some countries also require a purpose-of-payment code.