SWIFT/BIC code DRESDEFFJ31
DRESDEFFJ31 belongs to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Leipzig, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DRESDEFFJ31 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DRESDEFF |
| Branch code | J31 |
| Bank | Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) |
| Branch | Pcc Dcc-Itgk 1 |
| City | Leipzig |
| Country | Germany |
How the Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- J31 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 is behind SWIFT code DRESDEFFJ31?
The code DRESDEFFJ31 belongs to Pcc Dcc-Itgk 1, a branch or department of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) in Leipzig, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter DRESDEFFJ31 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check DRESDEFFJ31 against the details from Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG) before you confirm.
Do I need DRESDEFFJ31 to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need DRESDEFFJ31.
How long does it take to send money to Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG)?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best 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. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use DRESDEFF instead of DRESDEFFJ31?
DRESDEFF points to the head office of Commerzbank AG (Formerly Dresdner Bank AG), while DRESDEFFJ31 points to Pcc Dcc-Itgk 1. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention DRESDEFFJ31.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.