SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF343
COBADEFF343 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Haan, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBADEFF343 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBADEFF |
| Branch code | 343 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Haan |
| Country | Germany |
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.
- 343 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 is behind BIC COBADEFF343?
The code COBADEFF343 belongs to Commerzbank AG, part of Commerzbank AG in Haan, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of COBADEFF343 mean?
COBA is the bank code of Commerzbank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 343 identifies the branch Commerzbank AG.
Do I need COBADEFF343 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need COBADEFF343.
How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF343?
COBADEFF is the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF343 points to Commerzbank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use COBADEFF343 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.