SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF520
DRESDEFF520 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Kassel, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFF520 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | 520 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kassel |
| 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.
- 520 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF520?
DRESDEFF520 identifies Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), a unit of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Kassel, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFF520?
DRESDEFF points to the main office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFF520 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 DRESDEFF520.
What is the best way to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Has Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 648 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG).
Do I need DRESDEFF520 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need DRESDEFF520.
How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.