SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF101

COBADEFF101 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Nuernberg, Germany.

COBADEFF101

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF101
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code101
BankCommerzbank AG
BranchCash Collection
CityNuernberg
CountryGermany

The way 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).
FF Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
101 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 code COBADEFF101?

COBADEFF101 identifies Cash Collection, a unit of Commerzbank AG in Nuernberg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF101?

COBADEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF101 points to Cash Collection. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use COBADEFF101 if the recipient asks for it.

Does Commerzbank AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 625 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Commerzbank AG?

Many banks 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.

Do I need COBADEFF101 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need COBADEFF101.

How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.