SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFT46

DAKVDEFFT46 belongs to Clearstream Banking AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

DAKVDEFFT46

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDAKVDEFFT46
8-character codeDAKVDEFF
Branch codeT46
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.
T46 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 SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFT46?

DAKVDEFFT46 identifies 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 DAKVDEFFT46?

DAKVDEFF points to the main office of Clearstream Banking AG, while DAKVDEFFT46 points to Clearstream Banking AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DAKVDEFFT46.

Has Clearstream Banking AG got other 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.

What does each part of DAKVDEFFT46 stand for?

DAKV is the bank code of Clearstream Banking AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the location code and T46 identifies the department Clearstream Banking AG.

What is the best 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 transfer services before you send.

Do I need DAKVDEFFT46 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need DAKVDEFFT46.

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