SWIFT/BIC code BSFRSARIWST
BSFRSARIWST belongs to Banque Saudi Fransi in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSFRSARIWST |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSFRSARI |
| Branch code | WST |
| Bank | Banque Saudi Fransi |
| Branch | Western Region |
| City | Jeddah |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
How the Banque Saudi Fransi SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BSFR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RI Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- WST 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 BSFRSARIWST?
BSFRSARIWST identifies Western Region, part of Banque Saudi Fransi in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BSFRSARI instead of BSFRSARIWST?
BSFRSARI points to the main office of Banque Saudi Fransi, while BSFRSARIWST is Western Region. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BSFRSARIWST.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Saudi Fransi?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Has Banque Saudi Fransi got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque Saudi Fransi in Saudi Arabia, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banque Saudi Fransi.
What does each part of BSFRSARIWST stand for?
BSFR is the institution code of Banque Saudi Fransi, SA stands for Saudi Arabia, RI is the code for the city or region and WST is the code of the branch Western Region.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banque Saudi Fransi?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BSFRSARIWST, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Saudi Arabia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.