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SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFT31

DAKVDEFFT31 belongs to Clearstream Banking AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

DAKVDEFFT31

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDAKVDEFFT31
8-character codeDAKVDEFF
Branch codeT31
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.
T31 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 SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFT31?

The code DAKVDEFFT31 belongs to Clearstream Banking AG, a unit of Clearstream Banking AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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.

Can I use DAKVDEFF instead of DAKVDEFFT31?

DAKVDEFF is the main office of Clearstream Banking AG, while DAKVDEFFT31 points to Clearstream Banking AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DAKVDEFFT31.

What do the letters in DAKVDEFFT31 stand for?

DAKV is the institution code of Clearstream Banking AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the location code and T31 identifies the department Clearstream Banking AG.

What happens if I use DAKVDEFFT31 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check DAKVDEFFT31 with the recipient before sending.

Do I need DAKVDEFFT31 to send euros 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 DAKVDEFFT31.

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