SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51L44
ESSEDE51L44 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE51L44 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE51 |
| Branch code | L44 |
| 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.
- L44 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/BIC code ESSEDE51L44?
The code ESSEDE51L44 belongs to 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.
Can I use ESSEDE51 instead of ESSEDE51L44?
ESSEDE51 points to the main office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE51L44 points to SEB Tzn Mb. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ESSEDE51L44 if the recipient asks for it.
Does SEB AG have more 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.
Do I need ESSEDE51L44 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need ESSEDE51L44.
What happens if I use ESSEDE51L44 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ESSEDE51L44 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to SEB AG take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.