SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF174

COBADEFF174 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Fuerstenwalde, Germany.

COBADEFF174

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF174
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code174
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityFuerstenwalde
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.
174 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF174?

COBADEFF174 identifies Commerzbank AG, a unit of Commerzbank AG in Fuerstenwalde, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use COBADEFF174 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COBADEFF174 against the details from Commerzbank AG before sending.

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

Banks often add several percent 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.

Has Commerzbank AG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 625 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF174?

COBADEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF174 points to Commerzbank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COBADEFF174.

Do I need COBADEFF174 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need COBADEFF174.

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