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SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFSIS

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

DAKVDEFFSIS

Code details

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

How the Clearstream Banking AG SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
SIS 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/BIC code DAKVDEFFSIS?

DAKVDEFFSIS identifies Clearstream Banking AG, part of Clearstream Banking AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in DAKVDEFFSIS mean?

DAKV is the bank code of Clearstream Banking AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the location code and SIS is the code of the branch Clearstream Banking AG.

How long does a transfer to Clearstream Banking AG take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need DAKVDEFFSIS for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need DAKVDEFFSIS.

Can I use DAKVDEFF instead of DAKVDEFFSIS?

DAKVDEFF is the main office of Clearstream Banking AG, while DAKVDEFFSIS is Clearstream Banking AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DAKVDEFFSIS.

What happens if I use DAKVDEFFSIS incorrectly?

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

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