SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51L19
ESSEDE51L19 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE51L19 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE51 |
| Branch code | L19 |
| 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.
- L19 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 is behind SWIFT code ESSEDE51L19?
ESSEDE51L19 is the SWIFT/BIC code of SEB Tzn Mb, a branch or department 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 cheapest way to send money to SEB AG in Germany?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use ESSEDE51L19 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ESSEDE51L19 against the details from SEB AG before you confirm.
What does each part of ESSEDE51L19 stand for?
ESSE is the bank code of SEB AG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and L19 identifies the department SEB Tzn Mb.
Can I use ESSEDE51 instead of ESSEDE51L19?
ESSEDE51 is the main office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE51L19 points to SEB Tzn Mb. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ESSEDE51L19 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need ESSEDE51L19 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need ESSEDE51L19.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.