SWIFT/BIC code BFCMFR21XXX
BFCMFR21XXX belongs to Sofemo in Strasbourg, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BFCMFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BFCMFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sofemo |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Strasbourg |
| Country | France |
How the Sofemo SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BFCM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR 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 BIC BFCMFR21XXX?
BFCMFR21XXX identifies the main office of Sofemo in Strasbourg, France. Use it when a payment to Sofemo does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BFCMFR21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BFCMFR21XXX against the details from Sofemo before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Sofemo in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BFCMFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BFCMFR21XXX.
Is BFCMFR21 and BFCMFR21XXX the same code?
Yes. BFCMFR21 is the 8-character version of BFCMFR21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Sofemo in Strasbourg.
Does Sofemo have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BFCMFR21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sofemo in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.