SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF203
DRESDEFF203 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Ahrensburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFF203 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | 203 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Ahrensburg |
| Country | Germany |
How the Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- DRES 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.
- 203 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 BIC DRESDEFF203?
DRESDEFF203 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), part of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Ahrensburg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG)?
Banks often add 1–3% 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 DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFF203?
DRESDEFF is the head office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFF203 points to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG). Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DRESDEFF203.
How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need DRESDEFF203 to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need DRESDEFF203.
Has Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 648 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG).
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.