SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFPTM
ECBFDEFFPTM belongs to European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECBFDEFFPTM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECBFDEFF |
| Branch code | PTM |
| Bank | European Central Bank |
| Branch | Ecb Mirror Account For Portugal |
| 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.
- PTM 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 ECBFDEFFPTM?
The code ECBFDEFFPTM belongs to Ecb Mirror Account For Portugal, part of European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to European Central Bank take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ECBFDEFFPTM for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need ECBFDEFFPTM.
What do the letters in ECBFDEFFPTM mean?
ECBF is the institution code of European Central Bank, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and PTM identifies the branch Ecb Mirror Account For Portugal.
What is the best way to send money to European Central Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use ECBFDEFFPTM with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ECBFDEFFPTM against the details from European Central Bank before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.