SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFF971

COBADEFF971 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Kaufbeuren, Germany.

COBADEFF971

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFF971
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch code971
BankCommerzbank AG
BranchKb F-K48
CityKaufbeuren
CountryGermany

How 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.
971 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 SWIFT code COBADEFF971?

COBADEFF971 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kb F-K48, a unit of Commerzbank AG in Kaufbeuren, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFF971?

COBADEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFF971 points to Kb F-K48. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use COBADEFF971 if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need COBADEFF971 to send euros 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 COBADEFF971.

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

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

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. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.

Does Commerzbank AG have other 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.