SWIFT/BIC code COBADEFIXXX

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

COBADEFIXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCOBADEFIXXX
8-character codeCOBADEFI
Branch codeXXX
BankCommerzbank AG
BranchHead office
CityFrankfurt Am Main
CountryGermany

The way 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).
FI Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
XXX 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 institution is behind BIC COBADEFIXXX?

COBADEFIXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Commerzbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. It is the code to use when a payment to Commerzbank AG does not need a specific branch.

Are COBADEFI and COBADEFIXXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. COBADEFI is the 8-character version of COBADEFIXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Commerzbank AG in Frankfurt Am Main.

What does each part of COBADEFIXXX mean?

COBA is the bank code of Commerzbank AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, FI is the location code and XXX means the main office.

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. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need COBADEFIXXX for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need COBADEFIXXX.

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. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

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