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SWIFT/BIC code PBNKDEFF045

PBNKDEFF045 belongs to Deutsche Postbank AG in Maintal, Germany.

PBNKDEFF045

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePBNKDEFF045
8-character codePBNKDEFF
Branch code045
BankDeutsche Postbank AG
BranchZv-Collect
CityMaintal
CountryGermany

The way 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.
045 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 is behind BIC PBNKDEFF045?

PBNKDEFF045 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Zv-Collect, a branch or department of Deutsche Postbank AG in Maintal, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use PBNKDEFF instead of PBNKDEFF045?

PBNKDEFF is the main office of Deutsche Postbank AG, while PBNKDEFF045 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 PBNKDEFF045.

What happens if I enter PBNKDEFF045 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PBNKDEFF045 with the recipient before sending.

How long does it take to send money to Deutsche Postbank AG?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need PBNKDEFF045 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need PBNKDEFF045.

Has Deutsche Postbank AG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

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

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