SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFEUX
ECBFDEFFEUX belongs to European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECBFDEFFEUX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECBFDEFF |
| Branch code | EUX |
| Bank | European Central Bank |
| Branch | Ecb Ecb Account |
| 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.
- EUX 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 BIC ECBFDEFFEUX?
The code ECBFDEFFEUX belongs to Ecb Ecb Account, part of European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to European Central Bank in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ECBFDEFFEUX to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need ECBFDEFFEUX.
What happens if I use ECBFDEFFEUX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ECBFDEFFEUX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to European Central Bank in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does European Central Bank have other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.