SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFFI36
DRESDEFFI36 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Koeln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFFI36 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | I36 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | P and G Koeln (Zw 99 |
| City | Koeln |
| 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.
- I36 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 DRESDEFFI36?
DRESDEFFI36 identifies P and G Koeln (Zw 99, a unit of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Koeln, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need DRESDEFFI36 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 still need DRESDEFFI36.
Has Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 648 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG).
Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFFI36?
DRESDEFF is the main office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFFI36 is P and G Koeln (Zw 99. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use DRESDEFFI36 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.