SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEFFBRD
MARKDEFFBRD belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MARKDEFFBRD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MARKDEFF |
| Branch code | BRD |
| Bank | Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale |
| Branch | Internal.proc.brd |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale SWIFT/BIC works
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).
- FF Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BRD 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 MARKDEFFBRD?
The code MARKDEFFBRD belongs to Internal.proc.brd, 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 is the cheapest 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.
Can I use MARKDEFF instead of MARKDEFFBRD?
MARKDEFF points to the head office of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, while MARKDEFFBRD is Internal.proc.brd. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MARKDEFFBRD.
What do the letters in MARKDEFFBRD mean?
MARK is the bank code of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and BRD is the code of the branch Internal.proc.brd.
How long does a transfer to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MARKDEFFBRD to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MARKDEFFBRD.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.