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SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1130

MARKDEF1130 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank in Rostock, Germany.

MARKDEF1130

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEF1130
8-character codeMARKDEF1
Branch code130
BankDeutsche Bundesbank
Branch—
CityRostock
CountryGermany

How the Deutsche Bundesbank SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

MARK 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.
130 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1130?

MARKDEF1130 identifies Deutsche Bundesbank, a unit of Deutsche Bundesbank in Rostock, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use MARKDEF1 instead of MARKDEF1130?

MARKDEF1 points to the main office of Deutsche Bundesbank, while MARKDEF1130 is Deutsche Bundesbank. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MARKDEF1130.

Do I need MARKDEF1130 to send euros to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MARKDEF1130.

How long does it take to send money to Deutsche Bundesbank?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Has Deutsche Bundesbank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 41 SWIFT/BIC codes for Deutsche Bundesbank in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Deutsche Bundesbank.

What happens if I use MARKDEF1130 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MARKDEF1130 against the details from Deutsche Bundesbank before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.