SWIFT/BIC code FFVBDEF1BBK
FFVBDEF1BBK belongs to Frankfurter Volksbank EG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FFVBDEF1BBK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FFVBDEF1 |
| Branch code | BBK |
| Bank | Frankfurter Volksbank EG |
| Branch | Bbk Pm |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Frankfurter Volksbank EG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FFVB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- F1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BBK 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 bank uses SWIFT code FFVBDEF1BBK?
FFVBDEF1BBK identifies Bbk Pm, a unit of Frankfurter Volksbank EG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in FFVBDEF1BBK mean?
FFVB is the institution code of Frankfurter Volksbank EG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and BBK is the code of the branch Bbk Pm.
Can I use FFVBDEF1 instead of FFVBDEF1BBK?
FFVBDEF1 is the head office of Frankfurter Volksbank EG, while FFVBDEF1BBK points to Bbk Pm. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention FFVBDEF1BBK.
Has Frankfurter Volksbank EG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Frankfurter Volksbank EG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter FFVBDEF1BBK with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check FFVBDEF1BBK with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Frankfurter Volksbank EG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.