SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE51L49
ESSEDE51L49 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE51L49 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE51 |
| Branch code | L49 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | SEB Tzn Mb |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way 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.
- L49 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 BIC ESSEDE51L49?
ESSEDE51L49 identifies SEB Tzn Mb, a branch or department of SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to SEB AG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to SEB AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ESSEDE51L49 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need ESSEDE51L49.
What do the letters in ESSEDE51L49 mean?
ESSE is the institution code of SEB AG, DE stands for Germany, 51 is the code for the city or region and L49 is the code of the branch SEB Tzn Mb.
What happens if I enter ESSEDE51L49 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ESSEDE51L49 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.