SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFT17

DAKVDEFFT17 belongs to Clearstream Banking AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

DAKVDEFFT17

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDAKVDEFFT17
8-character codeDAKVDEFF
Branch codeT17
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.
T17 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 is behind BIC DAKVDEFFT17?

The code DAKVDEFFT17 belongs to Clearstream Banking AG, a branch or department of Clearstream Banking AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I use DAKVDEFFT17 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check DAKVDEFFT17 against the details from Clearstream Banking AG before sending.

Has Clearstream Banking AG got other 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 does each part of DAKVDEFFT17 mean?

DAKV is the bank code of Clearstream Banking AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and T17 identifies the department Clearstream Banking AG.

Can I use DAKVDEFF instead of DAKVDEFFT17?

DAKVDEFF is the head office of Clearstream Banking AG, while DAKVDEFFT17 points to Clearstream Banking AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use DAKVDEFFT17 if the recipient asks for it.

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