SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFMTM
ECBFDEFFMTM belongs to European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECBFDEFFMTM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECBFDEFF |
| Branch code | MTM |
| Bank | European Central Bank |
| Branch | Ecb Mirror Account For Malta |
| 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.
- MTM 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/BIC code ECBFDEFFMTM?
The code ECBFDEFFMTM belongs to Ecb Mirror Account For Malta, 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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to European Central Bank in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of ECBFDEFFMTM stand for?
ECBF is the institution code of European Central Bank, DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and MTM identifies the department Ecb Mirror Account For Malta.
Does European Central Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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.
How long does a transfer to European Central Bank take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ECBFDEFFMTM 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 do need ECBFDEFFMTM.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.