HLLADE8L — HELLA GMBH AND CO. KGAA
HLLADE8L is the SWIFT/BIC code for HELLA GMBH AND CO. KGAA in LIPPSTADT, Germany — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
HLLADE8L is the SWIFT/BIC code for HELLA GMBH AND CO. KGAA in LIPPSTADT, Germany. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | HELLA GMBH AND CO. KGAA |
| Country | Germany (DE) |
| Location Code | 8L |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code HLLADE8L belong to?
The SWIFT code HLLADE8L identifies HELLA GMBH AND CO. KGAA in LIPPSTADT, Germany. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code HLLADE8L mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of HLLADE8L are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (HLLA) represent the bank code for HELLA GMBH AND CO. KGAA; characters 5-6 (DE) indicate the country code for Germany; characters 7-8 (8L) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code HLLADE8L active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) HLLADE8L is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '8L' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code HLLADE8L instead of HLLADE8L?
Yes. The 8-character code HLLADE8L represents the primary headquarters of HELLA GMBH AND CO. KGAA. The 11-character code HLLADE8L targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to HLLADE8L (or HLLADE8LXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to HLLADE8L?
The physical address registered for HLLADE8L is: RIXBECKER STRASSE 75, 59552, LIPPSTADT, Germany. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the HLLADE8L code in Germany?
The SWIFT code HLLADE8L 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.