SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFFIN
ECBFDEFFFIN belongs to European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECBFDEFFFIN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECBFDEFF |
| Branch code | FIN |
| Bank | European Central Bank |
| Branch | T2s Financials |
| 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).
- FF Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- FIN 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/BIC code ECBFDEFFFIN?
The code ECBFDEFFFIN belongs to T2s Financials, part of European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to European Central Bank take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ECBFDEFFFIN to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need ECBFDEFFFIN.
What happens if I use ECBFDEFFFIN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ECBFDEFFFIN with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of ECBFDEFFFIN stand for?
ECBF is the institution code of European Central Bank, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and FIN identifies the branch T2s Financials.
What is the best 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 specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.