SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFFJ15

DRESDEFFJ15 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Darmstadt, Germany.

DRESDEFFJ15

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDRESDEFFJ15
8-character codeDRESDEFF
Branch codeJ15
BankCommerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG)
BranchPcc Dcc-Itgk 2
CityDarmstadt
CountryGermany

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.
J15 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 BIC DRESDEFFJ15?

DRESDEFFJ15 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Pcc Dcc-Itgk 2, a unit of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Darmstadt, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter DRESDEFFJ15 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check DRESDEFFJ15 against the details from Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) before you confirm.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need DRESDEFFJ15 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need DRESDEFFJ15.

How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros 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 DRESDEFFJ15?

DRESDEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFFJ15 points to Pcc Dcc-Itgk 2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DRESDEFFJ15.

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