SWIFT/BIC code DEUTDEFF551
DEUTDEFF551 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG in Griesheim (Hessen), Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DEUTDEFF551 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DEUTDEFF |
| Branch code | 551 |
| Bank | Deutsche Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Griesheim (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.
- 551 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 DEUTDEFF551?
DEUTDEFF551 identifies Deutsche Bank AG, a unit of Deutsche Bank AG in Griesheim (Hessen), Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use DEUTDEFF551 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check DEUTDEFF551 against the details from Deutsche Bank AG before sending.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use DEUTDEFF instead of DEUTDEFF551?
DEUTDEFF points to the head office of Deutsche Bank AG, while DEUTDEFF551 is Deutsche Bank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DEUTDEFF551.
How long does a transfer to Deutsche Bank AG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need DEUTDEFF551 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need DEUTDEFF551.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.