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SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFFI19

DRESDEFFI19 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Bielefeld, Germany.

DRESDEFFI19

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDRESDEFFI19
8-character codeDRESDEFF
Branch codeI19
BankCommerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG)
BranchCorporates and Markets Dcc-Itgk
CityBielefeld
CountryGermany

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.
I19 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFFI19?

DRESDEFFI19 identifies Corporates and Markets Dcc-Itgk, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Bielefeld, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter DRESDEFFI19 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check DRESDEFFI19 against the details from Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) before sending.

Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFFI19?

DRESDEFF is the head office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFFI19 points to Corporates and Markets Dcc-Itgk. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DRESDEFFI19.

What is the best 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. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What does each part of DRESDEFFI19 mean?

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 I19 identifies the branch Corporates and Markets Dcc-Itgk.

Do I need DRESDEFFI19 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need DRESDEFFI19.

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