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SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1430

MARKDEF1430 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank in Bochum, Germany.

MARKDEF1430

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEF1430
8-character codeMARKDEF1
Branch code430
BankDeutsche Bundesbank
Branch—
CityBochum
CountryGermany

The way 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.
430 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 BIC MARKDEF1430?

MARKDEF1430 identifies Deutsche Bundesbank, a unit of Deutsche Bundesbank in Bochum, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter MARKDEF1430 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MARKDEF1430 with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need MARKDEF1430 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need MARKDEF1430.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What do the letters in MARKDEF1430 mean?

MARK is the bank code of Deutsche Bundesbank, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and 430 is the code of the branch Deutsche Bundesbank.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers 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.