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SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1700

MARKDEF1700 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank in Muenchen, Germany.

MARKDEF1700

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEF1700
8-character codeMARKDEF1
Branch code700
BankDeutsche Bundesbank
Branch—
CityMuenchen
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.
700 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 is behind BIC MARKDEF1700?

MARKDEF1700 identifies Deutsche Bundesbank, a branch or department of Deutsche Bundesbank in Muenchen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MARKDEF1700 to send euros to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need MARKDEF1700.

What happens if I enter MARKDEF1700 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MARKDEF1700 against the details from Deutsche Bundesbank before you confirm.

What does each part of MARKDEF1700 stand for?

MARK is the bank code of Deutsche Bundesbank, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and 700 identifies the department Deutsche Bundesbank.

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

Banks often 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.

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