SWIFT/BIC code XEURDEF1XXX
XEURDEF1XXX belongs to Eurex Deutschland in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XEURDEF1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XEURDEF1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Eurex Deutschland |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the Eurex Deutschland SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XEUR 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 bank uses BIC XEURDEF1XXX?
XEURDEF1XXX identifies the headquarters of Eurex Deutschland in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Eurex Deutschland.
Are XEURDEF1 and XEURDEF1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. XEURDEF1 is the short version of XEURDEF1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Eurex Deutschland in Frankfurt Am Main.
How long does a transfer to Eurex Deutschland take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need XEURDEF1XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need XEURDEF1XXX.
What is the best way to send money to Eurex Deutschland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in XEURDEF1XXX stand for?
XEUR is the bank code of Eurex Deutschland, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.