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SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF221

COBADEFF221 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Elmshorn, Germany.

COBADEFF221

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF221
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code221
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityElmshorn
CountryGermany

The way 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.
221 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF221?

COBADEFF221 identifies Commerzbank AG, a unit of Commerzbank AG in Elmshorn, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter COBADEFF221 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check COBADEFF221 with the recipient before you confirm.

Do I need COBADEFF221 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need COBADEFF221.

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

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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.

Does Commerzbank AG have 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.

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