SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51L04
ESSEDE51L04 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE51L04 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE51 |
| Branch code | L04 |
| 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.
- L04 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 ESSEDE51L04?
ESSEDE51L04 is the SWIFT/BIC code of 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 ESSEDE51L04 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 do need ESSEDE51L04.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use ESSEDE51L04 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ESSEDE51L04 with the recipient before sending.
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. All of them are listed on the page of SEB AG.
Can I use ESSEDE51 instead of ESSEDE51L04?
ESSEDE51 points to the main office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE51L04 points to SEB Tzn Mb. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE51L04.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.