SWIFT/BIC code FRBYDEM1XXX
FRBYDEM1XXX belongs to Freistaat Bayern in Muenchen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FRBYDEM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FRBYDEM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Freistaat Bayern |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Muenchen |
| Country | Germany |
How the Freistaat Bayern SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FRBY Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 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 SWIFT/BIC code FRBYDEM1XXX?
FRBYDEM1XXX identifies the head office of Freistaat Bayern in Muenchen, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Freistaat Bayern does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of FRBYDEM1XXX stand for?
FRBY is the bank code of Freistaat Bayern, DE is the ISO code of Germany, M1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter FRBYDEM1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check FRBYDEM1XXX against the details from Freistaat Bayern before you confirm.
Are FRBYDEM1 and FRBYDEM1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. FRBYDEM1 is the 8-character version of FRBYDEM1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Freistaat Bayern in Muenchen.
Do I need FRBYDEM1XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need FRBYDEM1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Freistaat Bayern take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments 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.