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SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1820

MARKDEF1820 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank in Erfurt, Germany.

MARKDEF1820

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEF1820
8-character codeMARKDEF1
Branch code820
BankDeutsche Bundesbank
Branch—
CityErfurt
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.
820 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 SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1820?

MARKDEF1820 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Deutsche Bundesbank, a unit of Deutsche Bundesbank in Erfurt, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Many banks 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.

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

What do the letters in MARKDEF1820 stand for?

MARK is the bank code of Deutsche Bundesbank, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and 820 identifies the branch Deutsche Bundesbank.

Can I use MARKDEF1 instead of MARKDEF1820?

MARKDEF1 points to the head office of Deutsche Bundesbank, while MARKDEF1820 points to Deutsche Bundesbank. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MARKDEF1820.

What happens if I enter MARKDEF1820 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MARKDEF1820 against the details from Deutsche Bundesbank before you confirm.

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