SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF103

COBADEFF103 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Berlin, Germany.

COBADEFF103

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF103
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code103
BankCommerzbank AG
BranchCash Collection
CityBerlin
CountryGermany

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).
FF Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
103 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 BIC COBADEFF103?

COBADEFF103 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cash Collection, a unit of Commerzbank AG in Berlin, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to Commerzbank AG in Germany?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of COBADEFF103 mean?

COBA is the institution code of Commerzbank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 103 identifies the department Cash Collection.

What happens if I enter COBADEFF103 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COBADEFF103 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF103?

COBADEFF is the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF103 is Cash Collection. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COBADEFF103.

Do I need COBADEFF103 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 do need COBADEFF103.

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