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SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1720

MARKDEF1720 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank in Augsburg, Germany.

MARKDEF1720

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEF1720
8-character codeMARKDEF1
Branch code720
BankDeutsche Bundesbank
Branch—
CityAugsburg
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.
720 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 uses BIC MARKDEF1720?

MARKDEF1720 identifies Deutsche Bundesbank, a unit of Deutsche Bundesbank in Augsburg, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use MARKDEF1 instead of MARKDEF1720?

MARKDEF1 is the head office of Deutsche Bundesbank, while MARKDEF1720 points to Deutsche Bundesbank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MARKDEF1720.

Has Deutsche Bundesbank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 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.

What does each part of MARKDEF1720 stand for?

MARK is the institution code of Deutsche Bundesbank, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and 720 is the code of the department Deutsche Bundesbank.

What happens if I enter MARKDEF1720 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MARKDEF1720 with the recipient before sending.

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 2–4 business days.

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