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SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFT44

DAKVDEFFT44 belongs to Clearstream Banking AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

DAKVDEFFT44

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDAKVDEFFT44
8-character codeDAKVDEFF
Branch codeT44
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.
T44 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 bank uses BIC DAKVDEFFT44?

DAKVDEFFT44 identifies 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 does each part of DAKVDEFFT44 mean?

DAKV is the bank code of Clearstream Banking AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the location code and T44 is the code of the department Clearstream Banking AG.

Can I use DAKVDEFF instead of DAKVDEFFT44?

DAKVDEFF is the head office of Clearstream Banking AG, while DAKVDEFFT44 points to Clearstream Banking AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DAKVDEFFT44.

Do I need DAKVDEFFT44 to send euros to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need DAKVDEFFT44.

How long does it take to send money to Clearstream Banking AG?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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