SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFBAC
ECBFDEFFBAC belongs to European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECBFDEFFBAC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECBFDEFF |
| Branch code | BAC |
| Bank | European Central Bank |
| Branch | Back Office |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way 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).
- FF Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BAC 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 BIC ECBFDEFFBAC?
The code ECBFDEFFBAC belongs to Back Office, a branch or department of European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does European Central Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 41 SWIFT/BIC codes for European Central Bank in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of European Central Bank.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use ECBFDEFF instead of ECBFDEFFBAC?
ECBFDEFF points to the main office of European Central Bank, while ECBFDEFFBAC is Back Office. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ECBFDEFFBAC.
What happens if I enter ECBFDEFFBAC incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ECBFDEFFBAC against the details from European Central Bank before you confirm.
What do the letters in ECBFDEFFBAC mean?
ECBF is the institution code of European Central Bank, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and BAC identifies the department Back Office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.