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SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1790

MARKDEF1790 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank in Wuerzburg, Germany.

MARKDEF1790

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEF1790
8-character codeMARKDEF1
Branch code790
BankDeutsche Bundesbank
Branch—
CityWuerzburg
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.
790 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 SWIFT code MARKDEF1790?

The code MARKDEF1790 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank, a branch or department of Deutsche Bundesbank in Wuerzburg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Does Deutsche Bundesbank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 41 SWIFT/BIC codes for Deutsche Bundesbank in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

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 MARKDEF1790?

MARKDEF1 is the main office of Deutsche Bundesbank, while MARKDEF1790 points to Deutsche Bundesbank. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MARKDEF1790 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter MARKDEF1790 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MARKDEF1790 against the details from Deutsche Bundesbank before sending.

Do I need MARKDEF1790 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need MARKDEF1790.

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