SWIFT/BIC code PBNKDEFF048

PBNKDEFF048 belongs to Deutsche Postbank AG in Frechen, Germany.

PBNKDEFF048

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePBNKDEFF048
8-character codePBNKDEFF
Branch code048
BankDeutsche Postbank AG
BranchZv-Collect
CityFrechen
CountryGermany

The way the Deutsche Postbank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
048 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code PBNKDEFF048?

PBNKDEFF048 identifies Zv-Collect, a branch or department of Deutsche Postbank AG in Frechen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need PBNKDEFF048 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need PBNKDEFF048.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What does each part of PBNKDEFF048 mean?

PBNK is the institution code of Deutsche Postbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 048 identifies the branch Zv-Collect.

Does Deutsche Postbank AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 55 SWIFT/BIC codes for Deutsche Postbank AG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Deutsche Postbank AG.

What is the best way to send money to Deutsche Postbank AG in Germany?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.

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