SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE5F100
ESSEDE5F100 belongs to SEB AG in Berlin, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE5F100 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE5F |
| Branch code | 100 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Berlin |
| 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).
- 5F Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 100 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/BIC code ESSEDE5F100?
The code ESSEDE5F100 belongs to SEB AG, a unit of SEB AG in Berlin, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use ESSEDE5F instead of ESSEDE5F100?
ESSEDE5F is the main office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE5F100 points to SEB AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE5F100.
What do the letters in ESSEDE5F100 mean?
ESSE is the institution code of SEB AG, DE stands for Germany, 5F is the location code and 100 identifies the department SEB AG.
What happens if I enter ESSEDE5F100 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ESSEDE5F100 with the recipient before sending.
Has SEB AG got 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.
Do I need ESSEDE5F100 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need ESSEDE5F100.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.