SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFAXXX
COBADEFAXXX belongs to Commerzbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBADEFAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBADEFA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| 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).
- FA 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
What bank uses BIC COBADEFAXXX?
COBADEFAXXX identifies the headquarters of Commerzbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use it when a payment to Commerzbank AG does not need a specific branch.
Is COBADEFA and COBADEFAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. COBADEFA is the 8-character version of COBADEFAXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Commerzbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main.
How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG?
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 COBADEFAXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need COBADEFAXXX.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commerzbank AG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of COBADEFAXXX mean?
COBA is the institution code of Commerzbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.