SWIFT/BIC code DEUTDE8C898
DEUTDE8C898 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG in Pirna, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DEUTDE8C898 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DEUTDE8C |
| Branch code | 898 |
| Bank | Deutsche Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Pirna |
| Country | Germany |
How the Deutsche Bank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 898 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 is behind BIC DEUTDE8C898?
The code DEUTDE8C898 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG, a branch or department of Deutsche Bank AG in Pirna, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Deutsche Bank AG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use DEUTDE8C instead of DEUTDE8C898?
DEUTDE8C points to the main office of Deutsche Bank AG, while DEUTDE8C898 points to Deutsche Bank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use DEUTDE8C898 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need DEUTDE8C898 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need DEUTDE8C898.
How long does a transfer to Deutsche Bank AG take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in DEUTDE8C898 mean?
DEUT is the institution code of Deutsche Bank AG, DE stands for Germany, 8C is the code for the city or region and 898 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.