SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFFBZM

COBADEFFBZM belongs to Commerzbank AG in Muenchen, Germany.

COBADEFFBZM

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFFBZM
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch codeBZM
BankCommerzbank AG
BranchCommerzbank Service-Bz
CityMuenchen
CountryGermany

The way 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.
BZM 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code COBADEFFBZM?

The code COBADEFFBZM belongs to Commerzbank Service-Bz, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG in Muenchen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter COBADEFFBZM with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COBADEFFBZM with the recipient before sending.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFFBZM?

COBADEFF is the main office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFFBZM points to Commerzbank Service-Bz. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use COBADEFFBZM if the recipient asks for it.

What does each part of COBADEFFBZM stand for?

COBA is the institution code of Commerzbank AG, DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and BZM identifies the branch Commerzbank Service-Bz.

Do I need COBADEFFBZM for a euro transfer 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 do need COBADEFFBZM.

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