SWIFT/BIC code MARKDEFFTAE
MARKDEFFTAE belongs to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MARKDEFFTAE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MARKDEFF |
| Branch code | TAE |
| Bank | Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale |
| Branch | Internal.proc.sepa-Card-Clearing |
| 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.
- TAE 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/BIC code MARKDEFFTAE?
MARKDEFFTAE is the SWIFT/BIC code of Internal.proc.sepa-Card-Clearing, part of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use MARKDEFFTAE incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MARKDEFFTAE with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale.
Can I use MARKDEFF instead of MARKDEFFTAE?
MARKDEFF is the head office of Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale, while MARKDEFFTAE is Internal.proc.sepa-Card-Clearing. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use MARKDEFFTAE if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Deutsche Bundesbank, Zentrale?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.