SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFFJ18
DRESDEFFJ18 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Giessen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFFJ18 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | J18 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | Pcc Dcc-Itgk 1 |
| City | Giessen |
| 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.
- J18 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 uses SWIFT code DRESDEFFJ18?
The code DRESDEFFJ18 belongs to Pcc Dcc-Itgk 1, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Giessen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) take in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need DRESDEFFJ18 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need DRESDEFFJ18.
Does Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 648 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFFJ18?
DRESDEFF is the main office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFFJ18 points to Pcc Dcc-Itgk 1. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use DRESDEFFJ18 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG)?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services 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.