SWIFT/BIC code BOFADEFXVAM
BOFADEFXVAM belongs to Bank of America, N.a. in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFADEFXVAM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFADEFX |
| Branch code | VAM |
| Bank | Bank of America, N.a. |
| Branch | Managed Transaction Banking Services |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Bank of America, N.a. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- FX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- VAM 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 branch uses SWIFT code BOFADEFXVAM?
The code BOFADEFXVAM belongs to Managed Transaction Banking Services, part of Bank of America, N.a. in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BOFADEFXVAM stand for?
BOFA is the institution code of Bank of America, N.a., DE stands for Germany, FX is the code for the city or region and VAM identifies the department Managed Transaction Banking Services.
Do I need BOFADEFXVAM for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BOFADEFXVAM.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of America, N.a.?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use BOFADEFXVAM incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFADEFXVAM against the details from Bank of America, N.a. before sending.
Does Bank of America, N.a. have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of America, N.a. in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of America, N.a..
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.