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SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF861

COBADEFF861 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Altenburg (Thuer.), Germany.

COBADEFF861

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF861
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code861
BankCommerzbank AG
Branch—
CityAltenburg (Thuer.)
CountryGermany

The way the Commerzbank AG SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
861 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 COBADEFF861?

COBADEFF861 identifies Commerzbank AG, a unit of Commerzbank AG in Altenburg (Thuer.), Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF861?

COBADEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF861 is Commerzbank AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention COBADEFF861.

Do I need COBADEFF861 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. If you send another currency you still need COBADEFF861.

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.

What happens if I enter COBADEFF861 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check COBADEFF861 against the details from Commerzbank AG before you confirm.

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