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SWIFT/BIC code PBNKDEFF039

PBNKDEFF039 belongs to Deutsche Postbank AG in Ditzingen, Germany.

PBNKDEFF039

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePBNKDEFF039
8-character codePBNKDEFF
Branch code039
BankDeutsche Postbank AG
BranchZv-Collect
CityDitzingen
CountryGermany

The way the Deutsche Postbank AG SWIFT/BIC works

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.
039 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 SWIFT/BIC code PBNKDEFF039?

The code PBNKDEFF039 belongs to Zv-Collect, part of Deutsche Postbank AG in Ditzingen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter PBNKDEFF039 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PBNKDEFF039 with the recipient before you confirm.

What does each part of PBNKDEFF039 stand for?

PBNK is the institution code of Deutsche Postbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 039 is the code of the department Zv-Collect.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Deutsche Postbank AG?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use PBNKDEFF instead of PBNKDEFF039?

PBNKDEFF is the head office of Deutsche Postbank AG, while PBNKDEFF039 points to Zv-Collect. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PBNKDEFF039.

Do I need PBNKDEFF039 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need PBNKDEFF039.

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