SWIFT/BIC code LHAGDEFFXXX
LHAGDEFFXXX belongs to Deutsche Lufthansa AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LHAGDEFFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LHAGDEFF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Deutsche Lufthansa AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Deutsche Lufthansa AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LHAG 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
What bank uses SWIFT code LHAGDEFFXXX?
The code LHAGDEFFXXX belongs to the headquarters of Deutsche Lufthansa AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Deutsche Lufthansa AG does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use LHAGDEFFXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LHAGDEFFXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Deutsche Lufthansa AG have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – LHAGDEFFXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Deutsche Lufthansa AG in Germany, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are LHAGDEFF and LHAGDEFFXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. LHAGDEFF is the 8-character version of LHAGDEFFXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Deutsche Lufthansa AG in Frankfurt Am Main.
How long does it take to send money to Deutsche Lufthansa AG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need LHAGDEFFXXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need LHAGDEFFXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.