SWIFT/BIC code MRKGDE5DXXX
MRKGDE5DXXX belongs to Merck Financial Services GMBH in Darmstadt, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MRKGDE5DXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MRKGDE5D |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Merck Financial Services GMBH |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Darmstadt |
| Country | Germany |
How the Merck Financial Services GMBH SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MRKG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 5D Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution uses BIC MRKGDE5DXXX?
The code MRKGDE5DXXX belongs to the main office of Merck Financial Services GMBH in Darmstadt, Germany. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Merck Financial Services GMBH.
What happens if I use MRKGDE5DXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MRKGDE5DXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Is MRKGDE5D and MRKGDE5DXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. MRKGDE5D is the short version of MRKGDE5DXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Merck Financial Services GMBH in Darmstadt.
Do I need MRKGDE5DXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need MRKGDE5DXXX.
How long does a transfer to Merck Financial Services GMBH take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in MRKGDE5DXXX stand for?
MRKG is the bank code of Merck Financial Services GMBH, DE stands for Germany, 5D is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.