SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51L42

ESSEDE51L42 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.

ESSEDE51L42

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeESSEDE51L42
8-character codeESSEDE51
Branch codeL42
BankSEB AG
BranchSEB Tzn Mb
CityFrankfurt Am Main
CountryGermany

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.
L42 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 code ESSEDE51L42?

The code ESSEDE51L42 belongs to 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.

What happens if I use ESSEDE51L42 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ESSEDE51L42 against the details from SEB AG before you confirm.

Can I use ESSEDE51 instead of ESSEDE51L42?

ESSEDE51 points to the head office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE51L42 points to SEB Tzn Mb. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE51L42.

What is the best way to send money to SEB AG in Germany?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

Does SEB AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 254 SWIFT/BIC codes for SEB AG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need ESSEDE51L42 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 still need ESSEDE51L42.

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