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SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1300

MARKDEF1300 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank in Duesseldorf, Germany.

MARKDEF1300

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEF1300
8-character codeMARKDEF1
Branch code300
BankDeutsche Bundesbank
Branch—
CityDuesseldorf
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.
300 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 uses BIC MARKDEF1300?

MARKDEF1300 identifies Deutsche Bundesbank, a branch or department of Deutsche Bundesbank in Duesseldorf, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of MARKDEF1300 mean?

MARK is the institution code of Deutsche Bundesbank, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and 300 is the code of the department Deutsche Bundesbank.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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.

How long does a transfer to Deutsche Bundesbank take in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MARKDEF1300 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need MARKDEF1300.

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