SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51L18
ESSEDE51L18 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE51L18 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE51 |
| Branch code | L18 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | SEB Tzn Mb |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
How the SEB AG SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- L18 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 ESSEDE51L18?
ESSEDE51L18 is the SWIFT/BIC code of SEB Tzn Mb, a unit of SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use ESSEDE51 instead of ESSEDE51L18?
ESSEDE51 is the head office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE51L18 is SEB Tzn Mb. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE51L18.
How long does a transfer to SEB AG take in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ESSEDE51L18 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need ESSEDE51L18.
Has SEB AG got 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.
What happens if I enter ESSEDE51L18 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ESSEDE51L18 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.