SWIFT/BIC code SEATDE21XXX
SEATDE21XXX belongs to Seat Bank GMBH in Braunschweig, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SEATDE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SEATDE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Seat Bank GMBH |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Braunschweig |
| Country | Germany |
How the Seat Bank GMBH SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SEAT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code SEATDE21XXX?
The code SEATDE21XXX belongs to the main office of Seat Bank GMBH in Braunschweig, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Seat Bank GMBH.
What does each part of SEATDE21XXX mean?
SEAT is the institution code of Seat Bank GMBH, DE stands for Germany, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I use SEATDE21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SEATDE21XXX against the details from Seat Bank GMBH before you confirm.
Do I need SEATDE21XXX 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 SEATDE21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Seat Bank GMBH in Germany?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are SEATDE21 and SEATDE21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SEATDE21 is the short version of SEATDE21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Seat Bank GMBH in Braunschweig.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.