SWIFT/BIC code BIIMMRMRXXX
BIIMMRMRXXX belongs to Societe Generale Mauritanie in Nouakchott, Mauritania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIIMMRMRXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIIMMRMR |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Societe Generale Mauritanie |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nouakchott |
| Country | Mauritania |
The way the Societe Generale Mauritanie SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIIM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MR 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 institution is behind BIC BIIMMRMRXXX?
BIIMMRMRXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Societe Generale Mauritanie in Nouakchott, Mauritania. Use it when you send money to an account at Societe Generale Mauritanie.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Societe Generale Mauritanie?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BIIMMRMRXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Mauritania uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Does Societe Generale Mauritanie use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BIIMMRMRXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Societe Generale Mauritanie in Mauritania, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of BIIMMRMRXXX mean?
BIIM is the institution code of Societe Generale Mauritanie, MR stands for Mauritania, MR is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Generale Mauritanie in Mauritania?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Mauritania with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Societe Generale Mauritanie take in Mauritania?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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.