SWIFT/BIC code DEUTDEBB160
DEUTDEBB160 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG in Potsdam, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DEUTDEBB160 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DEUTDEBB |
| Branch code | 160 |
| Bank | Deutsche Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Potsdam |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Deutsche Bank AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- DEUT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 160 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 BIC DEUTDEBB160?
The code DEUTDEBB160 belongs to Deutsche Bank AG, a branch or department of Deutsche Bank AG in Potsdam, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Deutsche Bank AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 858 SWIFT/BIC codes for Deutsche Bank AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need DEUTDEBB160 to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need DEUTDEBB160.
How long does a transfer to Deutsche Bank AG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use DEUTDEBB instead of DEUTDEBB160?
DEUTDEBB points to the head office of Deutsche Bank AG, while DEUTDEBB160 points to Deutsche Bank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use DEUTDEBB160 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use DEUTDEBB160 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check DEUTDEBB160 against the details from Deutsche Bank AG before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.