SWIFT/BIC code DEUTDE8L871
DEUTDE8L871 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG in Grimma, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DEUTDE8L871 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DEUTDE8L |
| Branch code | 871 |
| Bank | Deutsche Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Grimma |
| 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).
- 8L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 871 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 SWIFT/BIC code DEUTDE8L871?
DEUTDE8L871 identifies Deutsche Bank AG, a unit of Deutsche Bank AG in Grimma, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use DEUTDE8L instead of DEUTDE8L871?
DEUTDE8L is the head office of Deutsche Bank AG, while DEUTDE8L871 is Deutsche Bank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DEUTDE8L871.
What is the best 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.
What does each part of DEUTDE8L871 stand for?
DEUT is the bank code of Deutsche Bank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 8L is the code for the city or region and 871 is the code of the department Deutsche Bank AG.
Do I need DEUTDE8L871 to send euros 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 DEUTDE8L871.
How long does a transfer to Deutsche Bank AG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.