SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51K80
ESSEDE51K80 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE51K80 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE51 |
| Branch code | K80 |
| 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.
- K80 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 uses SWIFT code ESSEDE51K80?
ESSEDE51K80 identifies SEB Tzn Mb, a branch or department of SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need ESSEDE51K80 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need ESSEDE51K80.
How long does a transfer to SEB AG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to SEB AG in Germany?
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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter ESSEDE51K80 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ESSEDE51K80 against the details from SEB AG before sending.
Can I use ESSEDE51 instead of ESSEDE51K80?
ESSEDE51 points to the head office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE51K80 is SEB Tzn Mb. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ESSEDE51K80 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.