SWIFT/BIC code DEUTDE8C888
DEUTDE8C888 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG in Klingenthal, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DEUTDE8C888 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DEUTDE8C |
| Branch code | 888 |
| Bank | Deutsche Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Klingenthal |
| Country | Germany |
How the Deutsche Bank AG SWIFT/BIC works
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).
- 8C Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 888 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
What bank uses SWIFT code DEUTDE8C888?
DEUTDE8C888 identifies Deutsche Bank AG, a branch or department of Deutsche Bank AG in Klingenthal, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Deutsche Bank AG?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Can I use DEUTDE8C instead of DEUTDE8C888?
DEUTDE8C points to the head office of Deutsche Bank AG, while DEUTDE8C888 points to Deutsche Bank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DEUTDE8C888.
How long does a transfer to Deutsche Bank AG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need DEUTDE8C888 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need DEUTDE8C888.
What does each part of DEUTDE8C888 stand for?
DEUT is the institution code of Deutsche Bank AG, DE stands for Germany, 8C is the location code and 888 is the code of 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.