SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF473

COBADEFF473 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Bad Driburg, Germany.

COBADEFF473

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF473
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code473
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityBad Driburg
CountryGermany

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.
473 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 COBADEFF473?

COBADEFF473 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commerzbank AG, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG in Bad Driburg, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use COBADEFF473 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COBADEFF473 against the details from Commerzbank AG before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need COBADEFF473 for a euro transfer 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 do need COBADEFF473.

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

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 – the difference can be large.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF473?

COBADEFF is the main office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF473 points to Commerzbank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COBADEFF473.

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