SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE5F282
ESSEDE5F282 belongs to SEB AG in Wilhelmshaven, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE5F282 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE5F |
| Branch code | 282 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Wilhelmshaven |
| 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).
- 5F Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 282 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 uses BIC ESSEDE5F282?
The code ESSEDE5F282 belongs to SEB AG, a branch or department of SEB AG in Wilhelmshaven, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need ESSEDE5F282 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need ESSEDE5F282.
How long does it take to send money to SEB AG?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to SEB AG in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use ESSEDE5F instead of ESSEDE5F282?
ESSEDE5F points to the main office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE5F282 is SEB AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ESSEDE5F282 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of ESSEDE5F282 mean?
ESSE is the institution code of SEB AG, DE stands for Germany, 5F is the location code and 282 is the code of the department SEB AG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.