SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFITM
ECBFDEFFITM belongs to European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECBFDEFFITM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECBFDEFF |
| Branch code | ITM |
| Bank | European Central Bank |
| Branch | Ecb Mirror Account For Italy |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the European Central Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- ITM 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 is behind SWIFT code ECBFDEFFITM?
ECBFDEFFITM is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ecb Mirror Account For Italy, part of European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to European Central Bank in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ECBFDEFFITM to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need ECBFDEFFITM.
What happens if I enter ECBFDEFFITM with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ECBFDEFFITM with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to European Central Bank?
Many banks 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 ECBFDEFFITM?
ECBFDEFF is the main office of European Central Bank, while ECBFDEFFITM points to Ecb Mirror Account For Italy. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use ECBFDEFFITM if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.