SWIFT/BIC code POVODE81XXX
POVODE81XXX belongs to Pommersche Volksbank EG in Ribnitz-Damgarten, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POVODE81XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POVODE81 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pommersche Volksbank EG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ribnitz-Damgarten |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Pommersche Volksbank EG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- POVO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 81 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 SWIFT code POVODE81XXX?
The code POVODE81XXX belongs to the head office of Pommersche Volksbank EG in Ribnitz-Damgarten, Germany. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Pommersche Volksbank EG.
What happens if I use POVODE81XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check POVODE81XXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Pommersche Volksbank EG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in POVODE81XXX stand for?
POVO is the institution code of Pommersche Volksbank EG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 81 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Do I need POVODE81XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to 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 POVODE81XXX.
How long does a transfer to Pommersche Volksbank EG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next 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.