SWIFT/BIC code DEUTDE6F668
DEUTDE6F668 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG in Achern, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DEUTDE6F668 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DEUTDE6F |
| Branch code | 668 |
| Bank | Deutsche Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Achern |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Deutsche Bank AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- DEUT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 6F Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 668 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 DEUTDE6F668?
The code DEUTDE6F668 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG, part of Deutsche Bank AG in Achern, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need DEUTDE6F668 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need DEUTDE6F668.
How long does a transfer to Deutsche Bank AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use DEUTDE6F instead of DEUTDE6F668?
DEUTDE6F points to the head office of Deutsche Bank AG, while DEUTDE6F668 is Deutsche Bank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DEUTDE6F668.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Deutsche Bank AG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in DEUTDE6F668 stand for?
DEUT is the institution code of Deutsche Bank AG, DE stands for Germany, 6F is the location code and 668 identifies the department Deutsche Bank AG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.