SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51K97

ESSEDE51K97 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

ESSEDE51K97

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeESSEDE51K97
8-character codeESSEDE51
Branch codeK97
BankSEB AG
BranchSEB Tzn Mb
CityFrankfurt Am Main
CountryGermany

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.
K97 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 uses SWIFT code ESSEDE51K97?

ESSEDE51K97 identifies SEB Tzn Mb, part of SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to SEB AG?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.

Can I use ESSEDE51 instead of ESSEDE51K97?

ESSEDE51 points to the main office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE51K97 points to SEB Tzn Mb. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use ESSEDE51K97 if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in ESSEDE51K97 stand for?

ESSE is the institution code of SEB AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and K97 identifies the branch SEB Tzn Mb.

Does SEB AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 254 SWIFT/BIC codes for SEB AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I enter ESSEDE51K97 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ESSEDE51K97 against the details from SEB AG before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.