SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF517

COBADEFF517 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Bad Nauheim, Germany.

COBADEFF517

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF517
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code517
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityBad Nauheim
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.
517 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 uses SWIFT code COBADEFF517?

The code COBADEFF517 belongs to Commerzbank AG, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG in Bad Nauheim, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need COBADEFF517 to send euros to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need COBADEFF517.

What do the letters in COBADEFF517 stand for?

COBA is the institution code of Commerzbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 517 is the code of the branch Commerzbank AG.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter COBADEFF517 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check COBADEFF517 against the details from Commerzbank AG before you confirm.

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