SWIFT/BIC code FDORDEFFXXX
FDORDEFFXXX belongs to Fidor Bank AG in Muenchen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FDORDEFFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FDORDEFF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Fidor Bank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Muenchen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Fidor Bank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FDOR 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.
- XXX 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 is behind BIC FDORDEFFXXX?
FDORDEFFXXX identifies the head office of Fidor Bank AG in Muenchen, Germany. Use it when a payment to Fidor Bank AG does not need a specific branch.
Is FDORDEFF and FDORDEFFXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. FDORDEFF is the short version of FDORDEFFXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Fidor Bank AG in Muenchen.
How long does it take to send money to Fidor Bank AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need FDORDEFFXXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to 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 still need FDORDEFFXXX.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Fidor Bank AG?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter FDORDEFFXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check FDORDEFFXXX against the details from Fidor Bank AG before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.