SWIFT/BIC code FMBKDEMMGCS
FMBKDEMMGCS belongs to Caceis Bank, Germany Branch in Muenchen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FMBKDEMMGCS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FMBKDEMM |
| Branch code | GCS |
| Bank | Caceis Bank, Germany Branch |
| Branch | Global Custody Services |
| City | Muenchen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Caceis Bank, Germany Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FMBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MM Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GCS 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 FMBKDEMMGCS?
The code FMBKDEMMGCS belongs to Global Custody Services, a unit of Caceis Bank, Germany Branch in Muenchen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need FMBKDEMMGCS to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need FMBKDEMMGCS.
How long does it take to send money to Caceis Bank, Germany Branch in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use FMBKDEMM instead of FMBKDEMMGCS?
FMBKDEMM is the head office of Caceis Bank, Germany Branch, while FMBKDEMMGCS points to Global Custody Services. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use FMBKDEMMGCS if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use FMBKDEMMGCS with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check FMBKDEMMGCS against the details from Caceis Bank, Germany Branch before sending.
What does each part of FMBKDEMMGCS mean?
FMBK is the institution code of Caceis Bank, Germany Branch, DE stands for Germany, MM is the location code and GCS identifies the branch Global Custody Services.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.