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SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1860

MARKDEF1860 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank in Leipzig, Germany.

MARKDEF1860

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEF1860
8-character codeMARKDEF1
Branch code860
BankDeutsche Bundesbank
Branch—
CityLeipzig
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.
860 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1860?

The code MARKDEF1860 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank, a unit of Deutsche Bundesbank in Leipzig, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use MARKDEF1 instead of MARKDEF1860?

MARKDEF1 points to the main office of Deutsche Bundesbank, while MARKDEF1860 points to Deutsche Bundesbank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MARKDEF1860.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive 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. All of them are listed on the page of Deutsche Bundesbank.

What does each part of MARKDEF1860 mean?

MARK is the institution code of Deutsche Bundesbank, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and 860 is the code of the department Deutsche Bundesbank.

What happens if I use MARKDEF1860 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MARKDEF1860 with the recipient before you confirm.

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