SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1810

MARKDEF1810 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank in Magdeburg, Germany.

MARKDEF1810

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEF1810
8-character codeMARKDEF1
Branch code810
BankDeutsche Bundesbank
Branch—
CityMagdeburg
CountryGermany

How 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.
810 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 MARKDEF1810?

MARKDEF1810 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Deutsche Bundesbank, a unit of Deutsche Bundesbank in Magdeburg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter MARKDEF1810 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MARKDEF1810 against the details from Deutsche Bundesbank before sending.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

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 MARKDEF1810 to send euros to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MARKDEF1810.

Has Deutsche Bundesbank got more 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. All of them are listed on the page of Deutsche Bundesbank.

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