SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF553

COBADEFF553 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Worms, Germany.

COBADEFF553

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF553
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code553
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityWorms
CountryGermany

The way 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.
553 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF553?

COBADEFF553 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commerzbank AG, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG in Worms, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF553?

COBADEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF553 points to Commerzbank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use COBADEFF553 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter COBADEFF553 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check COBADEFF553 with the recipient before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need COBADEFF553 to send euros to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need COBADEFF553.

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