SWIFT/BIC code PBNKDEFF200
PBNKDEFF200 belongs to Deutsche Postbank AG in Hamburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PBNKDEFF200 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PBNKDEFF |
| Branch code | 200 |
| Bank | Deutsche Postbank AG |
| Branch | Hamburg Branch |
| City | Hamburg |
| Country | Germany |
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.
- 200 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 uses SWIFT code PBNKDEFF200?
The code PBNKDEFF200 belongs to Hamburg Branch, part of Deutsche Postbank AG in Hamburg, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use PBNKDEFF200 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PBNKDEFF200 against the details from Deutsche Postbank AG before sending.
Can I use PBNKDEFF instead of PBNKDEFF200?
PBNKDEFF is the head office of Deutsche Postbank AG, while PBNKDEFF200 is Hamburg Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use PBNKDEFF200 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Deutsche Postbank AG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Deutsche Postbank AG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 55 SWIFT/BIC codes for Deutsche Postbank AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Do I need PBNKDEFF200 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need PBNKDEFF200.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.