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SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEFFFST

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

MARKDEFFFST

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEFFFST
8-character codeMARKDEFF
Branch codeFST
BankDeutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale
BranchFmsa/Soffin
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.
FST 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 branch uses SWIFT code MARKDEFFFST?

The code MARKDEFFFST belongs to Fmsa/Soffin, a branch or department of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use MARKDEFFFST incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MARKDEFFFST with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of MARKDEFFFST mean?

MARK is the institution code of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the location code and FST identifies the branch Fmsa/Soffin.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use MARKDEFF instead of MARKDEFFFST?

MARKDEFF is the head office of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, while MARKDEFFFST points to Fmsa/Soffin. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use MARKDEFFFST if the recipient asks for it.

Has Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 59 SWIFT/BIC codes for Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

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