SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEFFDCA
MARKDEFFDCA belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MARKDEFFDCA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MARKDEFF |
| Branch code | DCA |
| Bank | Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale 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).
- FF Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- DCA 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
What bank uses SWIFT code MARKDEFFDCA?
The code MARKDEFFDCA belongs to 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.
Do I need MARKDEFFDCA to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MARKDEFFDCA.
How long does it take to send money to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 59 SWIFT/BIC codes for Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale.
What happens if I enter MARKDEFFDCA incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MARKDEFFDCA with the recipient before sending.
Can I use MARKDEFF instead of MARKDEFFDCA?
MARKDEFF is the head office of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, while MARKDEFFDCA points to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MARKDEFFDCA.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.