SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF551
COBADEFF551 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Ingelheim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBADEFF551 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBADEFF |
| Branch code | 551 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Ingelheim |
| 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.
- 551 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF551?
The code COBADEFF551 belongs to Commerzbank AG, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG in Ingelheim, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF551?
COBADEFF is the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF551 is Commerzbank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COBADEFF551.
What is the cheapest 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 – the difference can be large.
Does Commerzbank AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 625 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Commerzbank AG.
What does each part of COBADEFF551 stand for?
COBA is the institution code of Commerzbank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 551 is the code of the department Commerzbank AG.
How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.