SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF666
DRESDEFF666 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Pforzheim, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFF666 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | 666 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Pforzheim |
| 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.
- 666 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 code DRESDEFF666?
DRESDEFF666 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), a branch or department of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Pforzheim, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use DRESDEFF666 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check DRESDEFF666 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in DRESDEFF666 stand for?
DRES is the institution code of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), DE is the ISO code of Germany, FF is the location code and 666 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)?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFF666?
DRESDEFF points to the main office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFF666 is 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 DRESDEFF666.
Do I need DRESDEFF666 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need DRESDEFF666.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.