SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE5F431
ESSEDE5F431 belongs to SEB AG in Castrop-Rauxel, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE5F431 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE5F |
| Branch code | 431 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Castrop-Rauxel |
| Country | Germany |
The way 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.
- 431 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 is behind SWIFT code ESSEDE5F431?
The code ESSEDE5F431 belongs to SEB AG, part of SEB AG in Castrop-Rauxel, Germany. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has SEB AG got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 254 SWIFT/BIC codes for SEB AG in Germany. All of them are listed on the page of SEB AG.
What do the letters in ESSEDE5F431 mean?
ESSE is the institution code of SEB AG, DE stands for Germany, 5F is the code for the city or region and 431 is the code of the branch SEB AG.
Can I use ESSEDE5F instead of ESSEDE5F431?
ESSEDE5F is the main office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE5F431 is SEB AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE5F431.
What is the cheapest way to send money to SEB AG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use ESSEDE5F431 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ESSEDE5F431 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.