SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF254

COBADEFF254 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Hameln, Germany.

COBADEFF254

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF254
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code254
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityHameln
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.
254 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 uses SWIFT code COBADEFF254?

COBADEFF254 identifies Commerzbank AG, part of Commerzbank AG in Hameln, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF254?

COBADEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF254 points to Commerzbank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COBADEFF254.

Do I need COBADEFF254 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need COBADEFF254.

How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take?

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

Has Commerzbank AG got 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 happens if I use COBADEFF254 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COBADEFF254 with the recipient before sending.

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