SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51K90
ESSEDE51K90 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE51K90 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE51 |
| Branch code | K90 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | SEB Tzn Mb |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How 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.
- K90 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51K90?
ESSEDE51K90 identifies SEB Tzn Mb, part of SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to SEB AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ESSEDE51K90 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need ESSEDE51K90.
What does each part of ESSEDE51K90 stand for?
ESSE is the bank code of SEB AG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and K90 identifies the branch SEB Tzn Mb.
Can I use ESSEDE51 instead of ESSEDE51K90?
ESSEDE51 points to the head office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE51K90 points to SEB Tzn Mb. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ESSEDE51K90 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.