SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF829

COBADEFF829 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Saalfeld, Germany.

COBADEFF829

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF829
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code829
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CitySaalfeld
CountryGermany

The way the Commerzbank AG SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
829 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 BIC COBADEFF829?

COBADEFF829 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commerzbank AG, part of Commerzbank AG in Saalfeld, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF829?

COBADEFF is the main office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF829 is Commerzbank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use COBADEFF829 if the recipient asks for it.

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. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need COBADEFF829 to send euros to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need COBADEFF829.

Has Commerzbank AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 625 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.

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