SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF169

COBADEFF169 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Hennigsdorf, Germany.

COBADEFF169

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF169
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code169
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityHennigsdorf
CountryGermany

The way 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).
FF Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
169 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF169?

The code COBADEFF169 belongs to Commerzbank AG, part of Commerzbank AG in Hennigsdorf, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need COBADEFF169 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need COBADEFF169.

How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What happens if I use COBADEFF169 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COBADEFF169 with the recipient before sending.

What does each part of COBADEFF169 stand for?

COBA is the institution code of Commerzbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and 169 is the code of the branch Commerzbank AG.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF169?

COBADEFF is the main office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF169 points to Commerzbank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use COBADEFF169 if the recipient asks for it.

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