BRUSDE66 — Sparkasse Kraichgau Bruchsal-Bretten-Sinsheim
BRUSDE66 is the SWIFT/BIC code for Sparkasse Kraichgau Bruchsal-Bretten-Sinsheim in BRUCHSAL, Germany — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
BRUSDE66 is the SWIFT/BIC code for Sparkasse Kraichgau Bruchsal-Bretten-Sinsheim in BRUCHSAL, Germany. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Sparkasse Kraichgau Bruchsal-Bretten-Sinsheim |
| Country | Germany (DE) |
| Location Code | 66 |
| Branch | HEAD OFFICE AND ALL BRANCHES |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BRUSDE66 belong to?
The SWIFT code BRUSDE66 identifies Sparkasse Kraichgau Bruchsal-Bretten-Sinsheim in BRUCHSAL, Germany. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code BRUSDE66 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BRUSDE66 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BRUS) represent the bank code for Sparkasse Kraichgau Bruchsal-Bretten-Sinsheim; characters 5-6 (DE) indicate the country code for Germany; characters 7-8 (66) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BRUSDE66 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BRUSDE66 is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '66' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code BRUSDE66 instead of BRUSDE66?
Yes. The 8-character code BRUSDE66 represents the primary headquarters of Sparkasse Kraichgau Bruchsal-Bretten-Sinsheim. The 11-character code BRUSDE66 targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BRUSDE66 (or BRUSDE66XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to BRUSDE66?
The physical address registered for BRUSDE66 is: FRIEDRICHSPLATZ 2, 76646, BRUCHSAL, Germany. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the BRUSDE66 code in Germany?
The SWIFT code BRUSDE66 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.