SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF252

COBADEFF252 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Peine, Germany.

COBADEFF252

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF252
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code252
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityPeine
CountryGermany

How 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.
252 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 code COBADEFF252?

COBADEFF252 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commerzbank AG, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG in Peine, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF252?

COBADEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF252 points to Commerzbank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use COBADEFF252 if the recipient 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 specialist providers before you send.

Does Commerzbank AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 625 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need COBADEFF252 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need COBADEFF252.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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