SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE5F331
ESSEDE5F331 belongs to SEB AG in Remscheid, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE5F331 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE5F |
| Branch code | 331 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Remscheid |
| 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).
- 5F Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 331 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 SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE5F331?
ESSEDE5F331 identifies SEB AG, part of SEB AG in Remscheid, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use ESSEDE5F instead of ESSEDE5F331?
ESSEDE5F points to the main office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE5F331 is SEB AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use ESSEDE5F331 if the recipient asks for it.
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. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need ESSEDE5F331 to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need ESSEDE5F331.
How long does it take to send money to SEB AG in Germany?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments 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.