Ikano Bank BIC
BIC / SWIFT code
PLFGDE5AIKB
Country
Germany
Bank codes
2 codes
Data as of: Deutsche Bundesbank bank sort code file, valid from 07/09/2026 to 06/12/2026
All bank codes, Ikano Bank
The table below lists all 2 bank codes (Bankleitzahlen) assigned to the BIC PLFGDE5AIKB.
| Bank code | BIC / SWIFT |
|---|---|
| 502 308 88 | PLFGDE5AIKB |
| 512 305 55 | PLFGDE5AIKB |
BIC code for Ikano Bank
Ikano Bank is a credit institution registered in Germany. Its BIC (Business Identifier Code) is PLFGDE5AIKB and is used for international transfers and SWIFT transactions. The bank is listed in Germany under 2 different bank codes, all sharing the same BIC.
The bank codes of Ikano Bank fall within the clearing area of Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland, shown by the leading digit 5 of the code.
PLFGDE5AIKB is made up of: the bank code PLFG (identifies Ikano Bank), the country code DE (Germany), the location code 5A and the branch code IKB.
How do I use the BIC PLFGDE5AIKB?
For a SEPA transfer within the European payment area the IBAN is usually enough and the BIC is derived automatically. For transfers outside the SEPA area or for international (SWIFT) transactions you need the BIC PLFGDE5AIKB in addition to the IBAN.
In the euro area, Verification of Payee (VoP) has been mandatory since 9 October 2025: before a euro transfer the bank checks that the IBAN and the payee name match. A correct IBAN therefore matters. Check your IBAN before the transfer with our IBAN validator.
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