SWIFT/BIC code COBADEF1MIR
COBADEF1MIR belongs to Commerzbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBADEF1MIR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBADEF1 |
| Branch code | MIR |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG |
| Branch | Mindestreserve |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the Commerzbank AG SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- MIR 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code COBADEF1MIR?
COBADEF1MIR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Mindestreserve, part of Commerzbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need COBADEF1MIR to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need COBADEF1MIR.
What do the letters in COBADEF1MIR mean?
COBA is the institution code of Commerzbank AG, DE stands for Germany, F1 is the location code and MIR is the code of the department Mindestreserve.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commerzbank AG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter COBADEF1MIR with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check COBADEF1MIR with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.