SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE5F514
ESSEDE5F514 belongs to SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE5F514 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE5F |
| Branch code | 514 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | SEB Direct |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| 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.
- 514 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE5F514?
ESSEDE5F514 identifies SEB Direct, a unit of SEB AG in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does SEB AG have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 254 SWIFT/BIC codes for SEB AG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to SEB AG in Germany?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use ESSEDE5F instead of ESSEDE5F514?
ESSEDE5F is the main office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE5F514 points to SEB Direct. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE5F514.
What happens if I enter ESSEDE5F514 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ESSEDE5F514 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in ESSEDE5F514 mean?
ESSE is the institution code of SEB AG, DE stands for Germany, 5F is the code for the city or region and 514 is the code of the department SEB Direct.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.