SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEFFFMS

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

MARKDEFFFMS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEFFFMS
8-character codeMARKDEFF
Branch codeFMS
BankDeutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale
BranchInternal.proc.fms
CityFrankfurt Am Main
CountryGermany

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).
FF Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
FMS 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 SWIFT code MARKDEFFFMS?

The code MARKDEFFFMS belongs to Internal.proc.fms, a branch or department of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.

How long does a transfer to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale take in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need MARKDEFFFMS for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need MARKDEFFFMS.

What happens if I enter MARKDEFFFMS with a typo?

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

Does Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 59 SWIFT/BIC codes for Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale.

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