SWIFT/BIC code FRSKDEF1XXX
FRSKDEF1XXX belongs to Frankfurter Sparkasse in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FRSKDEF1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FRSKDEF1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Frankfurter Sparkasse |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Frankfurter Sparkasse SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FRSK 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.
- 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
Which institution is behind BIC FRSKDEF1XXX?
The code FRSKDEF1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Frankfurter Sparkasse in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Frankfurter Sparkasse does not need a specific branch.
Does Frankfurter Sparkasse have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Frankfurter Sparkasse in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Frankfurter Sparkasse in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter FRSKDEF1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check FRSKDEF1XXX against the details from Frankfurter Sparkasse before you confirm.
What does each part of FRSKDEF1XXX mean?
FRSK is the institution code of Frankfurter Sparkasse, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Do I need FRSKDEF1XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need FRSKDEF1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.