SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51K45
ESSEDE51K45 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE51K45 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE51 |
| Branch code | K45 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | SEB Tzn Mb |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way the SEB AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- K45 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code ESSEDE51K45?
ESSEDE51K45 identifies SEB Tzn Mb, a unit of SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to SEB AG take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ESSEDE51K45 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need ESSEDE51K45.
What happens if I enter ESSEDE51K45 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ESSEDE51K45 against the details from SEB AG before you confirm.
Can I use ESSEDE51 instead of ESSEDE51K45?
ESSEDE51 points to the head office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE51K45 points to SEB Tzn Mb. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE51K45.
What is the cheapest way to send money to SEB AG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.