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SWIFT/BIC code PBNKDEFF034

PBNKDEFF034 belongs to Deutsche Postbank AG in Soltau, Germany.

PBNKDEFF034

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePBNKDEFF034
8-character codePBNKDEFF
Branch code034
BankDeutsche Postbank AG
BranchZv-Collect
CitySoltau
CountryGermany

How the Deutsche Postbank AG SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

PBNK 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.
034 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 uses SWIFT code PBNKDEFF034?

The code PBNKDEFF034 belongs to Zv-Collect, part of Deutsche Postbank AG in Soltau, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Does Deutsche Postbank AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 55 SWIFT/BIC codes for Deutsche Postbank AG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.

What does each part of PBNKDEFF034 stand for?

PBNK is the bank code of Deutsche Postbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and 034 identifies the branch Zv-Collect.

Can I use PBNKDEFF instead of PBNKDEFF034?

PBNKDEFF is the main office of Deutsche Postbank AG, while PBNKDEFF034 points to Zv-Collect. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use PBNKDEFF034 if the recipient asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Deutsche Postbank AG take 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 PBNKDEFF034 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need PBNKDEFF034.

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