SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF506
COBADEFF506 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Hanau, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBADEFF506 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBADEFF |
| Branch code | 506 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hanau |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Commerzbank AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 506 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 BIC COBADEFF506?
The code COBADEFF506 belongs to Commerzbank AG, a unit of Commerzbank AG in Hanau, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in COBADEFF506 stand for?
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 506 is the code of the branch Commerzbank AG.
How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need COBADEFF506 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need COBADEFF506.
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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use COBADEFF506 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COBADEFF506 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.