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SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFCOS

DAKVDEFFCOS belongs to Clearstream Banking AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

DAKVDEFFCOS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDAKVDEFFCOS
8-character codeDAKVDEFF
Branch codeCOS
BankClearstream Banking AG
Branch—
CityFrankfurt Am Main
CountryGermany

How the Clearstream Banking AG SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

DAKV 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.
COS 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

What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFCOS?

The code DAKVDEFFCOS belongs to Clearstream Banking AG, a branch or department of Clearstream Banking AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use DAKVDEFFCOS incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check DAKVDEFFCOS against the details from Clearstream Banking AG before sending.

Does Clearstream Banking AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 115 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clearstream Banking AG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the best way to send money to Clearstream Banking AG in Germany?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of DAKVDEFFCOS mean?

DAKV is the bank code of Clearstream Banking AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and COS is the code of the branch Clearstream Banking AG.

Do I need DAKVDEFFCOS for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need DAKVDEFFCOS.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.