SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFIRS

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

DAKVDEFFIRS

Code details

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

The way the Clearstream Banking AG SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
IRS 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFIRS?

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

Can I use DAKVDEFF instead of DAKVDEFFIRS?

DAKVDEFF points to the main office of Clearstream Banking AG, while DAKVDEFFIRS is Clearstream Banking AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use DAKVDEFFIRS if the recipient asks for it.

Does Clearstream Banking AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 115 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clearstream Banking AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does a transfer to Clearstream Banking AG take in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need DAKVDEFFIRS to send euros to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need DAKVDEFFIRS.

What happens if I use DAKVDEFFIRS incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check DAKVDEFFIRS with the recipient before you confirm.

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