SWIFT/BIC code DZBADEF1XXX
DZBADEF1XXX belongs to DZ Bank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DZBADEF1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DZBADEF1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | DZ Bank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the DZ Bank AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- DZBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- F1 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 is behind SWIFT code DZBADEF1XXX?
DZBADEF1XXX identifies the head office of DZ Bank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at DZ Bank AG.
What do the letters in DZBADEF1XXX stand for?
DZBA is the institution code of DZ Bank AG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to DZ Bank AG take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need DZBADEF1XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need DZBADEF1XXX.
Are DZBADEF1 and DZBADEF1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. DZBADEF1 is the 8-character version of DZBADEF1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach DZ Bank AG in Frankfurt Am Main.
What happens if I use DZBADEF1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check DZBADEF1XXX against the details from DZ Bank AG before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.