SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEFFINT
MARKDEFFINT belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MARKDEFFINT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MARKDEFF |
| Branch code | INT |
| Bank | Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale |
| Branch | Internal.proc.int |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
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.
- INT 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 is behind SWIFT code MARKDEFFINT?
MARKDEFFINT is the SWIFT/BIC code of Internal.proc.int, 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.
Do I need MARKDEFFINT 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 MARKDEFFINT.
How long does it take to send money to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use MARKDEFFINT with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MARKDEFFINT with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of MARKDEFFINT mean?
MARK is the bank code of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and INT is the code of the branch Internal.proc.int.
Can I use MARKDEFF instead of MARKDEFFINT?
MARKDEFF is the head office of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, while MARKDEFFINT is Internal.proc.int. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MARKDEFFINT.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.