SWIFT/BIC code DEUTDEFF503
DEUTDEFF503 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG in Friedberg (Hessen), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DEUTDEFF503 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DEUTDEFF |
| Branch code | 503 |
| Bank | Deutsche Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Friedberg (Hessen) |
| 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).
- FF Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 503 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 DEUTDEFF503?
The code DEUTDEFF503 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG, a branch or department of Deutsche Bank AG in Friedberg (Hessen), Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need DEUTDEFF503 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need DEUTDEFF503.
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 1–3 business days.
Can I use DEUTDEFF instead of DEUTDEFF503?
DEUTDEFF is the head office of Deutsche Bank AG, while DEUTDEFF503 points to Deutsche Bank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use DEUTDEFF503 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of DEUTDEFF503 stand for?
DEUT is the institution code of Deutsche Bank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and 503 identifies the department Deutsche Bank AG.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.