SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFFRM
ECBFDEFFFRM belongs to European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECBFDEFFFRM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECBFDEFF |
| Branch code | FRM |
| Bank | European Central Bank |
| Branch | Ecb Mirror Account For France |
| 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.
- FRM 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 ECBFDEFFFRM?
ECBFDEFFFRM identifies Ecb Mirror Account For France, part of European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use ECBFDEFF instead of ECBFDEFFFRM?
ECBFDEFF is the main office of European Central Bank, while ECBFDEFFFRM points to Ecb Mirror Account For France. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ECBFDEFFFRM.
Does European Central Bank have more 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.
Do I need ECBFDEFFFRM for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need ECBFDEFFFRM.
How long does it take to send money to European Central Bank?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to European Central Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.