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SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFT56

DAKVDEFFT56 belongs to Clearstream Banking AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

DAKVDEFFT56

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDAKVDEFFT56
8-character codeDAKVDEFF
Branch codeT56
BankClearstream Banking AG
Branch—
CityFrankfurt Am Main
CountryGermany

The way 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.
T56 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code DAKVDEFFT56?

The code DAKVDEFFT56 belongs to Clearstream Banking AG, part of Clearstream Banking AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in DAKVDEFFT56 mean?

DAKV is the bank code of Clearstream Banking AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and T56 is the code of the branch Clearstream Banking AG.

How long does a transfer to Clearstream Banking AG take in Germany?

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

Do I need DAKVDEFFT56 to send euros to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need DAKVDEFFT56.

What happens if I use DAKVDEFFT56 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check DAKVDEFFT56 against the details from Clearstream Banking AG before you confirm.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

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