SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF431
DRESDEFF431 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Hattingen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFF431 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | 431 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Hattingen |
| 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.
- 431 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 DRESDEFF431?
The code DRESDEFF431 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), a branch or department of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Hattingen, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in DRESDEFF431 stand for?
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 431 is the code of the department Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG).
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG)?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need DRESDEFF431 to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need DRESDEFF431.
How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG)?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFF431?
DRESDEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFF431 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 DRESDEFF431.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.