SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF514

COBADEFF514 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Alsfeld, Germany.

COBADEFF514

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF514
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code514
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityAlsfeld
CountryGermany

How 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.
514 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 SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF514?

COBADEFF514 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commerzbank AG, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG in Alsfeld, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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 the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of COBADEFF514 stand for?

COBA is the institution code of Commerzbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and 514 identifies the branch Commerzbank AG.

Do I need COBADEFF514 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need COBADEFF514.

Does Commerzbank AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 625 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter COBADEFF514 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COBADEFF514 against the details from Commerzbank AG before sending.

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