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SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF853

COBADEFF853 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Hoyerswerda, Germany.

COBADEFF853

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF853
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code853
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityHoyerswerda
CountryGermany

How 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.
853 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 uses BIC COBADEFF853?

COBADEFF853 identifies Commerzbank AG, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG in Hoyerswerda, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use COBADEFF853 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COBADEFF853 against the details from Commerzbank AG before you confirm.

What do the letters in COBADEFF853 mean?

COBA is the bank code of Commerzbank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 853 identifies the department Commerzbank AG.

Do I need COBADEFF853 to send euros to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need COBADEFF853.

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

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

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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