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SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF457

COBADEFF457 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Halver, Germany.

COBADEFF457

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF457
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code457
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityHalver
CountryGermany

The way 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.
457 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF457?

The code COBADEFF457 belongs to Commerzbank AG, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG in Halver, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter COBADEFF457 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check COBADEFF457 with the recipient before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need COBADEFF457 to send euros to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need COBADEFF457.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF457?

COBADEFF is the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF457 is Commerzbank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COBADEFF457.

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