SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE5F701
ESSEDE5F701 belongs to SEB AG in Geretsried, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE5F701 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE5F |
| Branch code | 701 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Geretsried |
| 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.
- 701 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 ESSEDE5F701?
ESSEDE5F701 identifies SEB AG, a branch or department of SEB AG in Geretsried, Germany. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use ESSEDE5F instead of ESSEDE5F701?
ESSEDE5F is the head office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE5F701 is SEB AG. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE5F701.
What is the cheapest way to send money to SEB AG?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Does SEB AG have 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.
What do the letters in ESSEDE5F701 stand for?
ESSE is the institution code of SEB AG, DE is the ISO code of Germany, 5F is the location code and 701 identifies the department SEB AG.
How long does it take to send money to SEB AG in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers 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.