SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF291
COBADEFF291 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Verden, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBADEFF291 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBADEFF |
| Branch code | 291 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Verden |
| Country | Germany |
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.
- 291 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 branch is behind BIC COBADEFF291?
COBADEFF291 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commerzbank AG, a unit of Commerzbank AG in Verden, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Commerzbank AG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need COBADEFF291 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need COBADEFF291.
What do the letters in COBADEFF291 stand for?
COBA is the bank code of Commerzbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 291 identifies the department Commerzbank AG.
Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF291?
COBADEFF points to the main office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF291 points to Commerzbank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COBADEFF291.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.