SWIFT/BIC code PBNKDEFFDSL
PBNKDEFFDSL belongs to Deutsche Postbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PBNKDEFFDSL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PBNKDEFF |
| Branch code | DSL |
| Bank | Deutsche Postbank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| 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.
- DSL 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 BIC PBNKDEFFDSL?
PBNKDEFFDSL identifies Deutsche Postbank AG, part of Deutsche Postbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of PBNKDEFFDSL stand for?
PBNK is the bank code of Deutsche Postbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and DSL identifies the department Deutsche Postbank AG.
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 what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter PBNKDEFFDSL with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PBNKDEFFDSL with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Deutsche Postbank AG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need PBNKDEFFDSL to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need PBNKDEFFDSL.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.