SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEF1900
MARKDEF1900 belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MARKDEF1900 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MARKDEF1 |
| Branch code | 900 |
| Bank | Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale |
| Branch | Branch 900 |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale 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.
- 900 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 BIC MARKDEF1900?
MARKDEF1900 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Branch 900, a branch or department of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use MARKDEF1900 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MARKDEF1900 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 59 SWIFT/BIC codes for Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of MARKDEF1900 mean?
MARK is the institution code of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the code for the city or region and 900 is the code of the branch Branch 900.
Do I need MARKDEF1900 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need MARKDEF1900.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.