SWIFT/BIC code COBADEF1734
COBADEF1734 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Kaufbeuren, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBADEF1734 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBADEF1 |
| Branch code | 734 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kaufbeuren |
| Country | Germany |
How the Commerzbank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- F1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 734 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 SWIFT/BIC code COBADEF1734?
The code COBADEF1734 belongs to Commerzbank AG, part of Commerzbank AG in Kaufbeuren, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use COBADEF1 instead of COBADEF1734?
COBADEF1 points to the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEF1734 is Commerzbank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use COBADEF1734 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter COBADEF1734 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COBADEF1734 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of COBADEF1734 mean?
COBA is the institution code of Commerzbank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, F1 is the location code and 734 identifies the branch Commerzbank AG.
Do I need COBADEF1734 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need COBADEF1734.
How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments 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.