SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFINF
ECBFDEFFINF belongs to European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECBFDEFFINF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECBFDEFF |
| Branch code | INF |
| Bank | European Central Bank |
| Branch | Internal Finances |
| 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.
- INF 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 is behind BIC ECBFDEFFINF?
ECBFDEFFINF is the SWIFT/BIC code of Internal Finances, a unit of European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does European Central Bank have 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 is the best way to send money to European Central Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use ECBFDEFF instead of ECBFDEFFINF?
ECBFDEFF is the main office of European Central Bank, while ECBFDEFFINF is Internal Finances. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ECBFDEFFINF.
How long does it take to send money to European Central Bank?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ECBFDEFFINF for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need ECBFDEFFINF.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.