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SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1280

MARKDEF1280 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank in Oldenburg, Germany.

MARKDEF1280

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEF1280
8-character codeMARKDEF1
Branch code280
BankDeutsche Bundesbank
Branch—
CityOldenburg
CountryGermany

The way 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.
280 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1280?

MARKDEF1280 identifies Deutsche Bundesbank, a unit of Deutsche Bundesbank in Oldenburg, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use MARKDEF1 instead of MARKDEF1280?

MARKDEF1 points to the main office of Deutsche Bundesbank, while MARKDEF1280 is Deutsche Bundesbank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MARKDEF1280 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter MARKDEF1280 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MARKDEF1280 against the details from Deutsche Bundesbank before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to Deutsche Bundesbank take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MARKDEF1280 to send euros to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need MARKDEF1280.

Does Deutsche Bundesbank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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.

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