SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF694
DRESDEFF694 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFF694 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | 694 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Villingen-Schwenningen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 694 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
What bank uses SWIFT code DRESDEFF694?
DRESDEFF694 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), a branch or department of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of DRESDEFF694 stand for?
DRES is the institution code of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and 694 identifies the branch Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG).
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFF694?
DRESDEFF is the main office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFF694 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 DRESDEFF694.
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, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need DRESDEFF694 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need DRESDEFF694.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.