SWIFT/BIC code SCFBDE33PFA
SCFBDE33PFA belongs to Santander Consumer Bank AG in Moenchengladbach, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCFBDE33PFA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCFBDE33 |
| Branch code | PFA |
| Bank | Santander Consumer Bank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Moenchengladbach |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Santander Consumer Bank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCFB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 33 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PFA 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 is behind BIC SCFBDE33PFA?
SCFBDE33PFA identifies Santander Consumer Bank AG, a branch or department of Santander Consumer Bank AG in Moenchengladbach, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Santander Consumer Bank AG in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter SCFBDE33PFA with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SCFBDE33PFA with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in SCFBDE33PFA mean?
SCFB is the institution code of Santander Consumer Bank AG, DE stands for Germany, 33 is the code for the city or region and PFA is the code of the branch Santander Consumer Bank AG.
Has Santander Consumer Bank AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Santander Consumer Bank AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Santander Consumer Bank AG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.