SWIFT/BIC code DGZFDEFFLCH
DGZFDEFFLCH belongs to Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DGZFDEFFLCH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DGZFDEFF |
| Branch code | LCH |
| Bank | Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt |
| Branch | — |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- LCH 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 code DGZFDEFFLCH?
DGZFDEFFLCH identifies Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt, part of Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of DGZFDEFFLCH mean?
DGZF is the bank code of Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt, DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and LCH identifies the branch Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt.
Can I use DGZFDEFF instead of DGZFDEFFLCH?
DGZFDEFF points to the main office of Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt, while DGZFDEFFLCH points to Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DGZFDEFFLCH.
What happens if I enter DGZFDEFFLCH incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check DGZFDEFFLCH against the details from Dekabank Deutsche Girozentrale Frankfurt before you confirm.
Do I need DGZFDEFFLCH to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need DGZFDEFFLCH.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.