SWIFT/BIC code COBADEBBXXX
COBADEBBXXX belongs to Commerzbank AG in Berlin, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBADEBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBADEBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
How the Commerzbank AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB 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 uses SWIFT code COBADEBBXXX?
COBADEBBXXX identifies the main office of Commerzbank AG in Berlin, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Commerzbank AG does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need COBADEBBXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need COBADEBBXXX.
Is COBADEBB and COBADEBBXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. COBADEBB is the 8-character version of COBADEBBXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Commerzbank AG in Berlin.
What happens if I use COBADEBBXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check COBADEBBXXX against the details from Commerzbank AG before sending.
What do the letters in COBADEBBXXX mean?
COBA is the bank code of Commerzbank AG, DE stands for Germany, BB is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.