SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFF841

DRESDEFF841 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Sonneberg, Germany.

DRESDEFF841

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDRESDEFF841
8-character codeDRESDEFF
Branch code841
BankCommerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG)
Branch—
CitySonneberg
CountryGermany

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.
841 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 DRESDEFF841?

The code DRESDEFF841 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), a branch or department of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Sonneberg, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.

What do the letters in DRESDEFF841 stand for?

DRES is the bank code of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), DE stands for Germany, FF is the code for the city or region and 841 is the code of the department Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG).

What happens if I enter DRESDEFF841 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check DRESDEFF841 with the recipient before sending.

Has Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 648 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG).

Do I need DRESDEFF841 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to 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 DRESDEFF841.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.