SWIFT/BIC code DRKBIE21XXX
DRKBIE21XXX belongs to Dresdner Kleinwort Benson in Dublin, Ireland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRKBIE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRKBIE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Dresdner Kleinwort Benson |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dublin |
| Country | Ireland |
The way the Dresdner Kleinwort Benson SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- DRKB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution uses BIC DRKBIE21XXX?
DRKBIE21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Dresdner Kleinwort Benson in Dublin, Ireland. It is the code to use when a payment to Dresdner Kleinwort Benson does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Dresdner Kleinwort Benson in Ireland?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are DRKBIE21 and DRKBIE21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. DRKBIE21 is the 8-character version of DRKBIE21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Dresdner Kleinwort Benson in Dublin.
Do I need DRKBIE21XXX to send euros to Ireland?
Ireland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need DRKBIE21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Dresdner Kleinwort Benson?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of DRKBIE21XXX stand for?
DRKB is the bank code of Dresdner Kleinwort Benson, IE is the ISO code of Ireland, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.