SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFBGM
ECBFDEFFBGM belongs to European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECBFDEFFBGM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECBFDEFF |
| Branch code | BGM |
| Bank | European Central Bank |
| Branch | Ecb Mirror Account |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the European Central Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- BGM 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFBGM?
The code ECBFDEFFBGM belongs to Ecb Mirror Account, 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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to European Central Bank?
Many banks 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.
What does each part of ECBFDEFFBGM stand for?
ECBF is the institution code of European Central Bank, DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and BGM is the code of the department Ecb Mirror Account.
Has European Central Bank got other 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. All of them are listed on the page of European Central Bank.
What happens if I enter ECBFDEFFBGM with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ECBFDEFFBGM with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need ECBFDEFFBGM for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need ECBFDEFFBGM.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.