SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFPLM
ECBFDEFFPLM belongs to European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECBFDEFFPLM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECBFDEFF |
| Branch code | PLM |
| Bank | European Central Bank |
| Branch | Ecb Mirror Account For Poland |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way 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.
- PLM 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFPLM?
ECBFDEFFPLM is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ecb Mirror Account For Poland, a branch or department of European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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 ECBFDEFFPLM for a euro transfer 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. If you send another currency you do need ECBFDEFFPLM.
How long does it take to send money to European Central Bank?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use ECBFDEFF instead of ECBFDEFFPLM?
ECBFDEFF is the main office of European Central Bank, while ECBFDEFFPLM points to Ecb Mirror Account For Poland. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ECBFDEFFPLM.
What is the cheapest way to send money to European Central Bank?
Banks often 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.