SWIFT/BIC code BNBGBGSFXXX
BNBGBGSFXXX belongs to Bulgarian National Bank in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNBGBGSFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNBGBGSF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bulgarian National Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sofia |
| Country | Bulgaria |
How the Bulgarian National Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNBG Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SF 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 uses SWIFT code BNBGBGSFXXX?
The code BNBGBGSFXXX belongs to the main office of Bulgarian National Bank in Sofia, Bulgaria. Use it when a payment to Bulgarian National Bank does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bulgarian National Bank in Bulgaria?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Bulgaria with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of BNBGBGSFXXX mean?
BNBG is the institution code of Bulgarian National Bank, BG stands for Bulgaria, SF is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Does Bulgarian National Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BNBGBGSFXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bulgarian National Bank in Bulgaria, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter BNBGBGSFXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BNBGBGSFXXX against the details from Bulgarian National Bank before sending.
Do I need BNBGBGSFXXX for a euro transfer to Bulgaria?
Bulgaria belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BNBGBGSFXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.