SWIFT/BIC code DEUTDESM545
DEUTDESM545 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG in Ludwigshafen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DEUTDESM545 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DEUTDESM |
| Branch code | 545 |
| Bank | Deutsche Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Ludwigshafen |
| Country | Germany |
How 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).
- SM Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 545 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 SWIFT/BIC code DEUTDESM545?
DEUTDESM545 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Deutsche Bank AG, part of Deutsche Bank AG in Ludwigshafen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need DEUTDESM545 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need DEUTDESM545.
How long does a transfer to Deutsche Bank AG take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter DEUTDESM545 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check DEUTDESM545 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Deutsche Bank AG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use DEUTDESM instead of DEUTDESM545?
DEUTDESM is the head office of Deutsche Bank AG, while DEUTDESM545 is Deutsche Bank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use DEUTDESM545 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.