SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF851

COBADEFF851 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Bautzen, Germany.

COBADEFF851

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF851
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code851
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityBautzen
CountryGermany

How 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.
851 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 branch is behind SWIFT code COBADEFF851?

The code COBADEFF851 belongs to Commerzbank AG, a unit of Commerzbank AG in Bautzen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF851?

COBADEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF851 is Commerzbank AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use COBADEFF851 if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter COBADEFF851 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check COBADEFF851 against the details from Commerzbank AG before you confirm.

Do I need COBADEFF851 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need COBADEFF851.

How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG?

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

Does Commerzbank AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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.

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