SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEFFCLC

MARKDEFFCLC belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

MARKDEFFCLC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEFFCLC
8-character codeMARKDEFF
Branch codeCLC
BankDeutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale
Branch—
CityFrankfurt Am Main
CountryGermany

The way 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).
FF Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
CLC 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 MARKDEFFCLC?

MARKDEFFCLC is the SWIFT/BIC code of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, part of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need MARKDEFFCLC for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need MARKDEFFCLC.

What happens if I enter MARKDEFFCLC with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MARKDEFFCLC against the details from Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale before you confirm.

What do the letters in MARKDEFFCLC mean?

MARK is the institution code of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and CLC is the code of the department Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale.

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

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.

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