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SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1545

MARKDEF1545 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank in Ludwigshafen, Germany.

MARKDEF1545

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEF1545
8-character codeMARKDEF1
Branch code545
BankDeutsche Bundesbank
Branch—
CityLudwigshafen
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.
545 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 SWIFT code MARKDEF1545?

The code MARKDEF1545 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank, part of Deutsche Bundesbank in Ludwigshafen, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter MARKDEF1545 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MARKDEF1545 with the recipient before sending.

What do the letters in MARKDEF1545 stand for?

MARK is the institution code of Deutsche Bundesbank, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and 545 identifies the branch Deutsche Bundesbank.

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

Banks often 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.

Can I use MARKDEF1 instead of MARKDEF1545?

MARKDEF1 is the head office of Deutsche Bundesbank, while MARKDEF1545 points to Deutsche Bundesbank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MARKDEF1545 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need MARKDEF1545 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MARKDEF1545.

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