SWIFT/BIC code PBNKDEFF370
PBNKDEFF370 belongs to Deutsche Postbank AG in Koeln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PBNKDEFF370 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PBNKDEFF |
| Branch code | 370 |
| Bank | Deutsche Postbank AG |
| Branch | Koeln Branch |
| City | Koeln |
| Country | Germany |
How 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.
- 370 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/BIC code PBNKDEFF370?
The code PBNKDEFF370 belongs to Koeln Branch, a unit of Deutsche Postbank AG in Koeln, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Deutsche Postbank AG.
What happens if I enter PBNKDEFF370 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PBNKDEFF370 against the details from Deutsche Postbank AG before sending.
Can I use PBNKDEFF instead of PBNKDEFF370?
PBNKDEFF is the head office of Deutsche Postbank AG, while PBNKDEFF370 points to Koeln Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PBNKDEFF370.
What do the letters in PBNKDEFF370 mean?
PBNK is the institution code of Deutsche Postbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and 370 is the code of the branch Koeln Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Deutsche Postbank AG?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.