SWIFT/BIC code DGZFDEFFBER
DGZFDEFFBER belongs to Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt in Berlin, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DGZFDEFFBER |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DGZFDEFF |
| Branch code | BER |
| Bank | Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt |
| Branch | — |
| City | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
How the Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- DGZF 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.
- BER 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 bank is behind SWIFT code DGZFDEFFBER?
DGZFDEFFBER identifies Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt, a unit of Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt in Berlin, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need DGZFDEFFBER to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need DGZFDEFFBER.
What does each part of DGZFDEFFBER stand for?
DGZF is the institution code of Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and BER is the code of the branch Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt.
How long does it take to send money to Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use DGZFDEFF instead of DGZFDEFFBER?
DGZFDEFF points to the main office of Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt, while DGZFDEFFBER points to Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use DGZFDEFFBER if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.