SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF452
COBADEFF452 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Witten, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBADEFF452 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBADEFF |
| Branch code | 452 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Witten |
| Country | Germany |
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.
- 452 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 COBADEFF452?
COBADEFF452 identifies Commerzbank AG, part of Commerzbank AG in Witten, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter COBADEFF452 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check COBADEFF452 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commerzbank AG?
Banks often add 1–3% 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.
Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF452?
COBADEFF points to the main office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF452 is Commerzbank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COBADEFF452.
What do the letters in COBADEFF452 stand for?
COBA is the bank code of Commerzbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 452 identifies the department Commerzbank AG.
Do I need COBADEFF452 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need COBADEFF452.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.