SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF316
DRESDEFF316 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Duesseldorf, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFF316 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | 316 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | Zw 57 |
| City | Duesseldorf |
| 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.
- 316 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 DRESDEFF316?
The code DRESDEFF316 belongs to Zw 57, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Duesseldorf, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFF316?
DRESDEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFF316 is Zw 57. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use DRESDEFF316 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need DRESDEFF316 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need DRESDEFF316.
What happens if I enter DRESDEFF316 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check DRESDEFF316 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services 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.