SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF212

COBADEFF212 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Neumuenster, Germany.

COBADEFF212

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF212
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code212
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityNeumuenster
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.
212 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 COBADEFF212?

COBADEFF212 identifies Commerzbank AG, a unit of Commerzbank AG in Neumuenster, 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 several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need COBADEFF212 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need COBADEFF212.

How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take in Germany?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Does Commerzbank AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 625 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Commerzbank AG.

What does each part of COBADEFF212 stand for?

COBA is the institution code of Commerzbank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the location code and 212 is the code of the department Commerzbank AG.

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