BAYADEDL — BAYER AG
BAYADEDL is the SWIFT/BIC code for BAYER AG in LEVERKUSEN, Germany — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
BAYADEDL is the SWIFT/BIC code for BAYER AG in LEVERKUSEN, Germany. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | BAYER AG |
| Country | Germany (DE) |
| Location Code | DL |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BAYADEDL belong to?
The SWIFT code BAYADEDL identifies BAYER AG in LEVERKUSEN, Germany. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code BAYADEDL mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BAYADEDL are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BAYA) represent the bank code for BAYER AG; characters 5-6 (DE) indicate the country code for Germany; characters 7-8 (DL) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BAYADEDL active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BAYADEDL is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'DL' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code BAYADEDL instead of BAYADEDL?
Yes. The 8-character code BAYADEDL represents the primary headquarters of BAYER AG. The 11-character code BAYADEDL targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BAYADEDL (or BAYADEDLXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to BAYADEDL?
The physical address registered for BAYADEDL is: KAISER-WILHELM ALLEE Q26, 51368, LEVERKUSEN, Germany. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the BAYADEDL code in Germany?
The SWIFT code BAYADEDL is used for international inbound wire transfers in Germany. It operates alongside the SEPA network, requiring the BIC to be paired with a 22-character IBAN.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).
- 🏦 Deutsche Bundesbank: Official German central bank directory release for routing and clearings.