SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFFI96
DRESDEFFI96 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Koeln, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFFI96 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | I96 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | Pcc Dcc-Itgk 5 |
| City | Koeln |
| 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.
- I96 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFFI96?
The code DRESDEFFI96 belongs to Pcc Dcc-Itgk 5, part of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Koeln, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFFI96?
DRESDEFF is the main office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFFI96 points to Pcc Dcc-Itgk 5. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DRESDEFFI96.
What happens if I enter DRESDEFFI96 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check DRESDEFFI96 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in DRESDEFFI96 mean?
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 I96 is the code of the branch Pcc Dcc-Itgk 5.
How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need DRESDEFFI96 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need DRESDEFFI96.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.