SWIFT/BIC code ESSEDKKKCAL

ESSEDKKKCAL belongs to Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken in Copenhagen, Denmark.

ESSEDKKKCAL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeESSEDKKKCAL
8-character codeESSEDKKK
Branch codeCAL
BankSkandinaviska Enskilda Banken
BranchSEB Copenhagen - Calypso Branch Code
CityCopenhagen
CountryDenmark

The way the Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken 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.
DK Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
KK Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
CAL 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 is behind SWIFT code ESSEDKKKCAL?

The code ESSEDKKKCAL belongs to SEB Copenhagen - Calypso Branch Code, part of Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken in Copenhagen, Denmark. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in ESSEDKKKCAL mean?

ESSE is the institution code of Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken, DK is the ISO code of Denmark, KK is the location code and CAL identifies the department SEB Copenhagen - Calypso Branch Code.

What is the best way to send money to Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Danish Krone with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use ESSEDKKK instead of ESSEDKKKCAL?

ESSEDKKK is the main office of Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken, while ESSEDKKKCAL is SEB Copenhagen - Calypso Branch Code. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESSEDKKKCAL.

How long does it take to send money to Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need ESSEDKKKCAL for a euro transfer to Denmark?

Denmark is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need ESSEDKKKCAL.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.