Question 1

What is the SWIFT code for FORD BANK GMBH (DEPOSIT DEPARTMENT)?

Accepted Answer

The SWIFT/BIC code for FORD BANK GMBH (DEPOSIT DEPARTMENT) is LRFSDE31. This 8-character code identifies the bank in international wire transfers and is registered with SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication).

Question 2

How do I send an international wire transfer to FORD BANK GMBH (DEPOSIT DEPARTMENT)?

Accepted Answer

To send money internationally to FORD BANK GMBH (DEPOSIT DEPARTMENT), provide your bank with the SWIFT/BIC code LRFSDE31 (KOELN, Germany) along with the recipient's full IBAN. Your bank will route the transfer via the SWIFT network.

Question 3

Is FORD BANK GMBH (DEPOSIT DEPARTMENT) a SEPA member?

Accepted Answer

Yes, FORD BANK GMBH (DEPOSIT DEPARTMENT) is a SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) member. Euro transfers within the SEPA zone can be processed as fast, low-cost SEPA Credit Transfers using the recipient's IBAN — no SWIFT fees required for intra-SEPA payments.

Question 4

What does the BIC code LRFSDE31 mean?

Accepted Answer

In the BIC code LRFSDE31: "LRFS" is the institution code identifying FORD BANK GMBH (DEPOSIT DEPARTMENT), "DE" is the ISO 3166-1 country code for Germany, and "31" is the location code indicating the bank's city or timezone zone.

Question 5

Who owns FORD BANK GMBH (DEPOSIT DEPARTMENT)?

Accepted Answer

FORD BANK GMBH (DEPOSIT DEPARTMENT) is owned by Ford Motor Company, a banking group based in the US. FORD BANK GMBH (DEPOSIT DEPARTMENT) is registered in Germany as a local entity, while its ultimate ownership sits with the parent group in the US.

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