SWIFT/BIC code BFAVMGMGXXX
BFAVMGMGXXX belongs to Bfv-Societe Generale in Antananarivo, Madagascar.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BFAVMGMGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BFAVMGMG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bfv-Societe Generale |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Antananarivo |
| Country | Madagascar |
How the Bfv-Societe Generale SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BFAV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MG 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BFAVMGMGXXX?
The code BFAVMGMGXXX belongs to the head office of Bfv-Societe Generale in Antananarivo, Madagascar. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bfv-Societe Generale.
What do the letters in BFAVMGMGXXX stand for?
BFAV is the institution code of Bfv-Societe Generale, MG stands for Madagascar, MG is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bfv-Societe Generale?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BFAVMGMGXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Madagascar is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Is BFAVMGMG and BFAVMGMGXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BFAVMGMG is the 8-character version of BFAVMGMGXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Bfv-Societe Generale in Antananarivo.
What happens if I use BFAVMGMGXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BFAVMGMGXXX against the details from Bfv-Societe Generale before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bfv-Societe Generale take in Madagascar?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.