SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFCON
ECBFDEFFCON belongs to European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECBFDEFFCON |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECBFDEFF |
| Branch code | CON |
| Bank | European Central Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the European Central Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- CON 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 uses SWIFT code ECBFDEFFCON?
The code ECBFDEFFCON belongs to European Central Bank, a branch or department of European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of ECBFDEFFCON mean?
ECBF is the institution code of European Central Bank, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and CON is the code of the branch European Central Bank.
Can I use ECBFDEFF instead of ECBFDEFFCON?
ECBFDEFF is the main office of European Central Bank, while ECBFDEFFCON is European Central Bank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ECBFDEFFCON if the recipient 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use ECBFDEFFCON incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ECBFDEFFCON with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to European Central Bank take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.