SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF800

COBADEFF800 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Halle, Germany.

COBADEFF800

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF800
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code800
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityHalle
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.
800 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 code COBADEFF800?

COBADEFF800 identifies Commerzbank AG, part of Commerzbank AG in Halle, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need COBADEFF800 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need COBADEFF800.

How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG take?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF800?

COBADEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF800 is Commerzbank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COBADEFF800.

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