SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE5F360
ESSEDE5F360 belongs to SEB AG in Essen, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE5F360 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE5F |
| Branch code | 360 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Essen |
| Country | Germany |
The way the SEB AG SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 360 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
What bank uses BIC ESSEDE5F360?
ESSEDE5F360 identifies SEB AG, part of SEB AG in Essen, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use ESSEDE5F360 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ESSEDE5F360 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need ESSEDE5F360 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need ESSEDE5F360.
How long does it take to send money to SEB AG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of ESSEDE5F360 mean?
ESSE is the institution code of SEB AG, DE stands for Germany, 5F is the location code and 360 identifies the branch SEB AG.
Can I use ESSEDE5F instead of ESSEDE5F360?
ESSEDE5F points to the main office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE5F360 points to SEB AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE5F360.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.