SWIFT/BIC code DEUTDEBB126

DEUTDEBB126 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG in Schwarzheide, Germany.

DEUTDEBB126

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDEUTDEBB126
8-character codeDEUTDEBB
Branch code126
BankDeutsche Bank AG
Branch—
CitySchwarzheide
CountryGermany

The way 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).
BB Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
126 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 code DEUTDEBB126?

DEUTDEBB126 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Deutsche Bank AG, a branch or department of Deutsche Bank AG in Schwarzheide, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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 what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need DEUTDEBB126 to send euros to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need DEUTDEBB126.

How long does it take to send money to Deutsche Bank AG?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What does each part of DEUTDEBB126 stand for?

DEUT is the institution code of Deutsche Bank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, BB is the code for the city or region and 126 identifies the branch Deutsche Bank AG.

Can I use DEUTDEBB instead of DEUTDEBB126?

DEUTDEBB points to the head office of Deutsche Bank AG, while DEUTDEBB126 points to Deutsche Bank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use DEUTDEBB126 if the recipient asks for it.

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