SWIFT/BIC code IRVTDEFXXXX
IRVTDEFXXXX belongs to The Bank of New York Mellon, Frankfurt Branch in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IRVTDEFXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IRVTDEFX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Bank of New York Mellon, Frankfurt Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way the The Bank of New York Mellon, Frankfurt Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IRVT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- FX 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 IRVTDEFXXXX?
The code IRVTDEFXXXX belongs to the head office of The Bank of New York Mellon, Frankfurt Branch in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to The Bank of New York Mellon, Frankfurt Branch does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of IRVTDEFXXXX mean?
IRVT is the bank code of The Bank of New York Mellon, Frankfurt Branch, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FX is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter IRVTDEFXXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check IRVTDEFXXXX with the recipient before sending.
Do I need IRVTDEFXXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need IRVTDEFXXXX.
How long does a transfer to The Bank of New York Mellon, Frankfurt Branch take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are IRVTDEFX and IRVTDEFXXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. IRVTDEFX is the 8-character version of IRVTDEFXXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to The Bank of New York Mellon, Frankfurt Branch in Frankfurt Am Main.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.