SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFT51

DAKVDEFFT51 belongs to Clearstream Banking AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

DAKVDEFFT51

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDAKVDEFFT51
8-character codeDAKVDEFF
Branch codeT51
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.
T51 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 DAKVDEFFT51?

DAKVDEFFT51 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.

Can I use DAKVDEFF instead of DAKVDEFFT51?

DAKVDEFF is the main office of Clearstream Banking AG, while DAKVDEFFT51 points to Clearstream Banking AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use DAKVDEFFT51 if the recipient asks for it.

Does Clearstream Banking AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 115 SWIFT/BIC codes for Clearstream Banking AG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter DAKVDEFFT51 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check DAKVDEFFT51 against the details from Clearstream Banking AG before you confirm.

Do I need DAKVDEFFT51 to send euros to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need DAKVDEFFT51.

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

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

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