SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF266
DRESDEFF266 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Melle, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFF266 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | 266 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Melle |
| Country | Germany |
How the Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 266 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 DRESDEFF266?
The code DRESDEFF266 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), a branch or department of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Melle, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG)?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of DRESDEFF266 mean?
DRES is the bank code of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the location code and 266 identifies the department Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG).
Do I need DRESDEFF266 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need DRESDEFF266.
How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use DRESDEFF266 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check DRESDEFF266 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.