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SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF288

COBADEFF288 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Varel, Germany.

COBADEFF288

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF288
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code288
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityVarel
CountryGermany

How 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.
288 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 BIC COBADEFF288?

The code COBADEFF288 belongs to Commerzbank AG, a unit of Commerzbank AG in Varel, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need COBADEFF288 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need COBADEFF288.

Does Commerzbank AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 625 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Commerzbank AG.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Commerzbank AG?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF288?

COBADEFF is the main office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF288 points to Commerzbank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COBADEFF288.

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