SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFFJ21

DRESDEFFJ21 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Mainz, Germany.

DRESDEFFJ21

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDRESDEFFJ21
8-character codeDRESDEFF
Branch codeJ21
BankCommerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG)
BranchPcc Dcc-Itgk 2
CityMainz
CountryGermany

How 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.
J21 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 BIC DRESDEFFJ21?

DRESDEFFJ21 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Pcc Dcc-Itgk 2, a unit of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Mainz, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFFJ21?

DRESDEFF is the main office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFFJ21 is Pcc Dcc-Itgk 2. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DRESDEFFJ21.

What does each part of DRESDEFFJ21 mean?

DRES is the institution code of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), DE stands for Germany, FF is the location code and J21 is the code of the department Pcc Dcc-Itgk 2.

Does Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 648 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG).

What is the best way to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Germany?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use DRESDEFFJ21 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check DRESDEFFJ21 against the details from Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) before you confirm.

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