SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF482
COBADEFF482 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Lemgo, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBADEFF482 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBADEFF |
| Branch code | 482 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lemgo |
| 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.
- 482 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 COBADEFF482?
COBADEFF482 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commerzbank AG, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG in Lemgo, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need COBADEFF482 to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need COBADEFF482.
What is the best way to send money to Commerzbank AG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in COBADEFF482 stand for?
COBA is the bank code of Commerzbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 482 is the code of the department Commerzbank AG.
Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF482?
COBADEFF points to the main office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF482 is Commerzbank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use COBADEFF482 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.