SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51K42
ESSEDE51K42 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE51K42 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE51 |
| Branch code | K42 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | SEB Tzn Mb |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the SEB AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ESSE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 51 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- K42 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 SWIFT code ESSEDE51K42?
ESSEDE51K42 is the SWIFT/BIC code of SEB Tzn Mb, part of SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use ESSEDE51 instead of ESSEDE51K42?
ESSEDE51 is the head office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE51K42 points to SEB Tzn Mb. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE51K42.
What happens if I use ESSEDE51K42 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ESSEDE51K42 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of ESSEDE51K42 mean?
ESSE is the bank code of SEB AG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and K42 is the code of the branch SEB Tzn Mb.
Do I need ESSEDE51K42 to send euros to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need ESSEDE51K42.
How long does it take to send money to SEB AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.