SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1150

MARKDEF1150 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank in Neubrandenburg, Germany.

MARKDEF1150

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEF1150
8-character codeMARKDEF1
Branch code150
BankDeutsche Bundesbank
Branch—
CityNeubrandenburg
CountryGermany

How the Deutsche Bundesbank SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
150 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 BIC MARKDEF1150?

MARKDEF1150 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Deutsche Bundesbank, part of Deutsche Bundesbank in Neubrandenburg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Deutsche Bundesbank have 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.

Can I use MARKDEF1 instead of MARKDEF1150?

MARKDEF1 is the main office of Deutsche Bundesbank, while MARKDEF1150 is Deutsche Bundesbank. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MARKDEF1150 if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in MARKDEF1150 stand for?

MARK is the institution code of Deutsche Bundesbank, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and 150 identifies the department Deutsche Bundesbank.

What happens if I use MARKDEF1150 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MARKDEF1150 with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to Deutsche Bundesbank in Germany?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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