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SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1210

MARKDEF1210 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank in Kiel, Germany.

MARKDEF1210

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEF1210
8-character codeMARKDEF1
Branch code210
BankDeutsche Bundesbank
Branch—
CityKiel
CountryGermany

The way the Deutsche Bundesbank SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
210 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

What bank uses BIC MARKDEF1210?

MARKDEF1210 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Deutsche Bundesbank, a branch or department of Deutsche Bundesbank in Kiel, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

Has Deutsche Bundesbank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 41 SWIFT/BIC codes for Deutsche Bundesbank in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Deutsche Bundesbank.

Can I use MARKDEF1 instead of MARKDEF1210?

MARKDEF1 points to the head office of Deutsche Bundesbank, while MARKDEF1210 points to Deutsche Bundesbank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MARKDEF1210.

What happens if I use MARKDEF1210 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MARKDEF1210 with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of MARKDEF1210 mean?

MARK is the bank code of Deutsche Bundesbank, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and 210 identifies the branch Deutsche Bundesbank.

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