SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDE5F720
ESSEDE5F720 belongs to SEB AG in Augsburg, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESSEDE5F720 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESSEDE5F |
| Branch code | 720 |
| Bank | SEB AG |
| Branch | — |
| City | Augsburg |
| 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.
- 720 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 SWIFT code ESSEDE5F720?
ESSEDE5F720 identifies SEB AG, part of SEB AG in Augsburg, Germany. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use ESSEDE5F instead of ESSEDE5F720?
ESSEDE5F is the main office of SEB AG, while ESSEDE5F720 is SEB AG. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDE5F720.
Does SEB AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 254 SWIFT/BIC codes for SEB AG in Germany. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use ESSEDE5F720 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ESSEDE5F720 with the recipient before sending.
Do I need ESSEDE5F720 for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need ESSEDE5F720.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.