SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51L41

ESSEDE51L41 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

ESSEDE51L41

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeESSEDE51L41
8-character codeESSEDE51
Branch codeL41
BankSEB AG
BranchSEB Tzn Mb
CityFrankfurt Am Main
CountryGermany

The way 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.
L41 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 ESSEDE51L41?

ESSEDE51L41 identifies SEB Tzn Mb, part of SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use ESSEDE51 instead of ESSEDE51L41?

ESSEDE51 points to the main office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE51L41 is SEB Tzn Mb. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE51L41.

What happens if I enter ESSEDE51L41 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ESSEDE51L41 against the details from SEB AG before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to SEB AG take in Germany?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need ESSEDE51L41 for a euro transfer to Germany?

Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need ESSEDE51L41.

Does SEB AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 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.

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