SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFFI46
DRESDEFFI46 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Nuernberg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFFI46 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | I46 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | Corporate Banking Dcc-Itgk |
| City | Nuernberg |
| Country | Germany |
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.
- I46 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 SWIFT code DRESDEFFI46?
DRESDEFFI46 identifies Corporate Banking Dcc-Itgk, a unit of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Nuernberg, Germany. Use this branch code only when 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?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use DRESDEFFI46 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check DRESDEFFI46 against the details from Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) before sending.
Do I need DRESDEFFI46 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need DRESDEFFI46.
How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG)?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFFI46?
DRESDEFF points to the main office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFFI46 points to Corporate Banking Dcc-Itgk. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use DRESDEFFI46 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.