SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF560

COBADEFF560 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Bad Kreuznach, Germany.

COBADEFF560

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF560
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code560
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityBad Kreuznach
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.
560 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 COBADEFF560?

COBADEFF560 identifies Commerzbank AG, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG in Bad Kreuznach, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need COBADEFF560 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need COBADEFF560.

What happens if I use COBADEFF560 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check COBADEFF560 against the details from Commerzbank AG before sending.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF560?

COBADEFF points to the main office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF560 points to Commerzbank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COBADEFF560.

What does each part of COBADEFF560 mean?

COBA is the institution code of Commerzbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 560 identifies the branch Commerzbank AG.

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