SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51K56
ESSEDE51K56 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE51K56 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE51 |
| Branch code | K56 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | SEB Tzn Mb |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way the SEB AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- K56 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 ESSEDE51K56?
ESSEDE51K56 is the SWIFT/BIC code of SEB Tzn Mb, a branch or department of SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to SEB AG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ESSEDE51K56 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need ESSEDE51K56.
Can I use ESSEDE51 instead of ESSEDE51K56?
ESSEDE51 is the main office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE51K56 points to SEB Tzn Mb. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE51K56.
What is the cheapest way to send money to SEB 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.
What does each part of ESSEDE51K56 stand for?
ESSE is the institution code of SEB AG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the location code and K56 identifies the branch SEB Tzn Mb.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.