SWIFT/BIC code ECBFDEFFSIM
ECBFDEFFSIM belongs to European Central Bank in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECBFDEFFSIM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECBFDEFF |
| Branch code | SIM |
| Bank | European Central Bank |
| Branch | Ecb Mirror Account For Slovenia |
| 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.
- SIM 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 code ECBFDEFFSIM?
The code ECBFDEFFSIM belongs to Ecb Mirror Account For Slovenia, 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 other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 41 SWIFT/BIC codes for European Central Bank in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
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 transfer services before you send.
Can I use ECBFDEFF instead of ECBFDEFFSIM?
ECBFDEFF points to the main office of European Central Bank, while ECBFDEFFSIM is Ecb Mirror Account For Slovenia. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ECBFDEFFSIM.
What do the letters in ECBFDEFFSIM stand for?
ECBF is the institution code of European Central Bank, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and SIM is the code of the branch Ecb Mirror Account For Slovenia.
How long does it take to send money to European Central Bank in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.