SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF872
COBADEFF872 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Plauen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBADEFF872 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBADEFF |
| Branch code | 872 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Plauen |
| Country | Germany |
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.
- 872 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 is behind BIC COBADEFF872?
COBADEFF872 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commerzbank AG, a unit of Commerzbank AG in Plauen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need COBADEFF872 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need COBADEFF872.
What happens if I enter COBADEFF872 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COBADEFF872 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Commerzbank AG?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of COBADEFF872 stand for?
COBA is the institution code of Commerzbank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the location code and 872 is the code of the branch Commerzbank AG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.