SWIFT/BIC code AKBKDEFFXXX
AKBKDEFFXXX belongs to Akbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AKBKDEFFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AKBKDEFF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Akbank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the Akbank AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AKBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- FF 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 SWIFT code AKBKDEFFXXX?
AKBKDEFFXXX identifies the head office of Akbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Akbank AG.
What happens if I use AKBKDEFFXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AKBKDEFFXXX against the details from Akbank AG before sending.
How long does a transfer to Akbank AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Akbank AG in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need AKBKDEFFXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need AKBKDEFFXXX.
Is AKBKDEFF and AKBKDEFFXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. AKBKDEFF is the short version of AKBKDEFFXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Akbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.