SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFFS05

COBADEFFS05 belongs to Commerzbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

COBADEFFS05

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFFS05
8-character codeCOBADEFF
Branch codeS05
BankCommerzbank AG
BranchCc Sp5
CityFrankfurt Am Main
CountryGermany

How the Commerzbank AG SWIFT/BIC works

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.
S05 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 SWIFT code COBADEFFS05?

COBADEFFS05 identifies Cc Sp5, part of Commerzbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

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

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.

Can I use COBADEFF instead of COBADEFFS05?

COBADEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG, while COBADEFFS05 points to Cc Sp5. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use COBADEFFS05 if the recipient asks for it.

Does Commerzbank AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 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.

Do I need COBADEFFS05 to send euros to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need COBADEFFS05.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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