GOLDDEFA — Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE
GOLDDEFA is the SWIFT/BIC code for Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE in Frankfurt am Main, Germany — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
GOLDDEFA is the SWIFT/BIC code for Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE |
| Country | Germany (DE) |
| Location Code | FA |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code GOLDDEFA belong to?
The SWIFT code GOLDDEFA identifies Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code GOLDDEFA mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of GOLDDEFA are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (GOLD) represent the bank code for Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE; characters 5-6 (DE) indicate the country code for Germany; characters 7-8 (FA) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code GOLDDEFA active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) GOLDDEFA is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'FA' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code GOLDDEFA instead of GOLDDEFA?
Yes. The 8-character code GOLDDEFA represents the primary headquarters of Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE. The 11-character code GOLDDEFA targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to GOLDDEFA (or GOLDDEFAXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to GOLDDEFA?
The physical address registered for GOLDDEFA is: MARIENTURM, TAUNUSANLAGE 9-10, 60329, Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the GOLDDEFA code in Germany?
The SWIFT code GOLDDEFA is used for international inbound wire transfers in Germany. It operates alongside the SEPA network, requiring the BIC to be paired with a 22-character IBAN.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).
- 🏦 Deutsche Bundesbank: Official German central bank directory release for routing and clearings.