SWIFT/BIC code GOLDDEFFXXX
GOLDDEFFXXX belongs to Goldman Sachs AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GOLDDEFFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GOLDDEFF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Goldman Sachs AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Goldman Sachs AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GOLD 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
Which institution is behind BIC GOLDDEFFXXX?
The code GOLDDEFFXXX belongs to the head office of Goldman Sachs AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use it when a payment to Goldman Sachs AG does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Goldman Sachs AG in Germany?
Many banks 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.
Is GOLDDEFF and GOLDDEFFXXX the same code?
Yes. GOLDDEFF is the 8-character version of GOLDDEFFXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Goldman Sachs AG in Frankfurt Am Main.
Do I need GOLDDEFFXXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need GOLDDEFFXXX.
How long does a transfer to Goldman Sachs AG take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use GOLDDEFFXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GOLDDEFFXXX against the details from Goldman Sachs AG before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.