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SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEFFINV

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

MARKDEFFINV

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMARKDEFFINV
8-character codeMARKDEFF
Branch codeINV
BankDeutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale
BranchInvestigations
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.
INV 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 SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEFFINV?

MARKDEFFINV is the SWIFT/BIC code of Investigations, part of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need MARKDEFFINV for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MARKDEFFINV.

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.

Can I use MARKDEFF instead of MARKDEFFINV?

MARKDEFF is the main office of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, while MARKDEFFINV points to Investigations. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MARKDEFFINV.

What does each part of MARKDEFFINV stand for?

MARK is the institution code of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the location code and INV identifies the branch Investigations.

What happens if I use MARKDEFFINV incorrectly?

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

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