SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEFFIVG
MARKDEFFIVG belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MARKDEFFIVG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MARKDEFF |
| Branch code | IVG |
| Bank | Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale |
| Branch | Interventionsgeschaefte |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- IVG 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEFFIVG?
MARKDEFFIVG identifies Interventionsgeschaefte, a unit of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale got 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.
How long does it take to send money to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MARKDEFFIVG for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MARKDEFFIVG.
Can I use MARKDEFF instead of MARKDEFFIVG?
MARKDEFF points to the main office of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, while MARKDEFFIVG points to Interventionsgeschaefte. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MARKDEFFIVG if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.