SWIFT/BIC code DEUTDEFF521
DEUTDEFF521 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG in Bad Wildungen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DEUTDEFF521 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DEUTDEFF |
| Branch code | 521 |
| Bank | Deutsche Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bad Wildungen |
| Country | Germany |
The way 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).
- FF Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 521 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 branch uses BIC DEUTDEFF521?
DEUTDEFF521 identifies Deutsche Bank AG, a branch or department of Deutsche Bank AG in Bad Wildungen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use DEUTDEFF instead of DEUTDEFF521?
DEUTDEFF points to the main office of Deutsche Bank AG, while DEUTDEFF521 points to Deutsche Bank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DEUTDEFF521.
Do I need DEUTDEFF521 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need DEUTDEFF521.
How long does a transfer to Deutsche Bank AG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in DEUTDEFF521 stand for?
DEUT is the institution code of Deutsche Bank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 521 is the code of the department Deutsche Bank AG.
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 specialist providers 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.