SWIFT/BIC code DEUTDEFF178

DEUTDEFF178 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

DEUTDEFF178

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDEUTDEFF178
8-character codeDEUTDEFF
Branch code178
BankDeutsche Bank AG
Branch—
CityFrankfurt Am Main
CountryGermany

How 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).
FF Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
178 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 BIC DEUTDEFF178?

DEUTDEFF178 identifies Deutsche Bank AG, a branch or department of Deutsche Bank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use DEUTDEFF178 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check DEUTDEFF178 with the recipient before sending.

Do I need DEUTDEFF178 to send euros to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need DEUTDEFF178.

How long does a transfer to Deutsche Bank AG take in Germany?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What is the best way to send money to Deutsche Bank AG in Germany?

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.

Does Deutsche Bank AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 858 SWIFT/BIC codes for Deutsche Bank AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Deutsche Bank AG.

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