SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51L05
ESSEDE51L05 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE51L05 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE51 |
| Branch code | L05 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | SEB Tzn Mb |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How 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.
- L05 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 ESSEDE51L05?
The code ESSEDE51L05 belongs to 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 cheapest way to send money to SEB AG?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Has SEB AG got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 254 SWIFT/BIC codes for SEB AG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of ESSEDE51L05 stand for?
ESSE is the bank code of SEB AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and L05 identifies the branch SEB Tzn Mb.
What happens if I use ESSEDE51L05 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ESSEDE51L05 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use ESSEDE51 instead of ESSEDE51L05?
ESSEDE51 is the head office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE51L05 is SEB Tzn Mb. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE51L05.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.