SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF320
DRESDEFF320 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Krefeld, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFF320 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | 320 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Krefeld |
| Country | Germany |
The way 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.
- 320 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 branch uses SWIFT code DRESDEFF320?
The code DRESDEFF320 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), part of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Krefeld, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter DRESDEFF320 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check DRESDEFF320 against the details from Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need DRESDEFF320 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need DRESDEFF320.
How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFF320?
DRESDEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFF320 points to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG). For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DRESDEFF320.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.