SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF420
DRESDEFF420 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFF420 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | 420 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Gelsenkirchen |
| Country | Germany |
The way 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.
- 420 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF420?
DRESDEFF420 identifies Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), a unit of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use DRESDEFF420 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check DRESDEFF420 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of DRESDEFF420 stand for?
DRES is the institution code of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and 420 is the code of the department Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG).
What is the best 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFF420?
DRESDEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFF420 points to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG). Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DRESDEFF420.
Do I need DRESDEFF420 to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need DRESDEFF420.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.