SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF555
DRESDEFF555 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Mainz, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFF555 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | 555 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | Tf Mz 2 |
| City | Mainz |
| Country | Germany |
How 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.
- 555 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 BIC DRESDEFF555?
DRESDEFF555 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tf Mz 2, part of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Mainz, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need DRESDEFF555 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 DRESDEFF555.
How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use DRESDEFF555 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check DRESDEFF555 against the details from Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) before sending.
What is the best 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. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of DRESDEFF555 stand for?
DRES is the institution code of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 555 is the code of the branch Tf Mz 2.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.