SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF265
COBADEFF265 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Osnabrueck, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBADEFF265 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBADEFF |
| Branch code | 265 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Osnabrueck |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Commerzbank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 265 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 COBADEFF265?
COBADEFF265 identifies Commerzbank AG, a unit of Commerzbank AG in Osnabrueck, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of COBADEFF265 stand for?
COBA is the institution code of Commerzbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 265 identifies the branch Commerzbank AG.
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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter COBADEFF265 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check COBADEFF265 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need COBADEFF265 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need COBADEFF265.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.