SWIFT/BIC code XDWZDEF1GCP
XDWZDEF1GCP belongs to Deutsche Boerse Aktiengesellschaft in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XDWZDEF1GCP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XDWZDEF1 |
| Branch code | GCP |
| Bank | Deutsche Boerse Aktiengesellschaft |
| Branch | — |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the Deutsche Boerse Aktiengesellschaft SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XDWZ 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.
- GCP 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code XDWZDEF1GCP?
The code XDWZDEF1GCP belongs to Deutsche Boerse Aktiengesellschaft, a unit of Deutsche Boerse Aktiengesellschaft in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need XDWZDEF1GCP for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need XDWZDEF1GCP.
How long does a transfer to Deutsche Boerse Aktiengesellschaft take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in XDWZDEF1GCP stand for?
XDWZ is the institution code of Deutsche Boerse Aktiengesellschaft, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and GCP identifies the branch Deutsche Boerse Aktiengesellschaft.
Can I use XDWZDEF1 instead of XDWZDEF1GCP?
XDWZDEF1 is the head office of Deutsche Boerse Aktiengesellschaft, while XDWZDEF1GCP is Deutsche Boerse Aktiengesellschaft. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention XDWZDEF1GCP.
What happens if I use XDWZDEF1GCP incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check XDWZDEF1GCP with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.