SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF770
DRESDEFF770 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Bamberg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFF770 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | 770 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bamberg |
| 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.
- 770 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 DRESDEFF770?
DRESDEFF770 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), a branch or department of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Bamberg, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of DRESDEFF770 mean?
DRES is the institution code of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and 770 identifies the department Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG).
How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need DRESDEFF770 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. If you send another currency you do need DRESDEFF770.
What happens if I enter DRESDEFF770 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check DRESDEFF770 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.