SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEF1CCB
ECBFDEF1CCB belongs to European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECBFDEF1CCB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECBFDEF1 |
| Branch code | CCB |
| Bank | European Central Bank |
| Branch | Ccbm |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the European Central Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ECBF 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.
- CCB 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEF1CCB?
ECBFDEF1CCB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ccbm, a branch or department of European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of ECBFDEF1CCB stand for?
ECBF is the bank code of European Central Bank, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and CCB is the code of the department Ccbm.
How long does a transfer to European Central Bank take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ECBFDEF1CCB to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need ECBFDEF1CCB.
Has European Central Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 41 SWIFT/BIC codes for European Central Bank in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to European Central Bank in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.