SWIFT/BIC code PZHSDE66XXX
PZHSDE66XXX belongs to Sparkasse Pforzheim Calw in Pforzheim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PZHSDE66XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PZHSDE66 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sparkasse Pforzheim Calw |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Pforzheim |
| Country | Germany |
How the Sparkasse Pforzheim Calw SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PZHS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 66 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 institution is behind BIC PZHSDE66XXX?
The code PZHSDE66XXX belongs to the head office of Sparkasse Pforzheim Calw in Pforzheim, Germany. Use it when a payment to Sparkasse Pforzheim Calw does not need a specific branch.
Has Sparkasse Pforzheim Calw got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sparkasse Pforzheim Calw in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use PZHSDE66XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PZHSDE66XXX against the details from Sparkasse Pforzheim Calw before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Sparkasse Pforzheim Calw?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need PZHSDE66XXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need PZHSDE66XXX.
Are PZHSDE66 and PZHSDE66XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. PZHSDE66 is the 8-character version of PZHSDE66XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Sparkasse Pforzheim Calw in Pforzheim.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.