SWIFT/BIC code INGBBGSFXXX
INGBBGSFXXX belongs to ING Bank N.V. Sofia Branch in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | INGBBGSFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | INGBBGSF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | ING Bank N.V. Sofia Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sofia |
| Country | Bulgaria |
How the ING Bank N.V. Sofia Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- INGB 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
Which institution uses SWIFT code INGBBGSFXXX?
The code INGBBGSFXXX belongs to the main office of ING Bank N.V. Sofia Branch in Sofia, Bulgaria. Use it when you send money to an account at ING Bank N.V. Sofia Branch.
Do I need INGBBGSFXXX for a euro transfer to Bulgaria?
Bulgaria belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need INGBBGSFXXX.
How long does it take to send money to ING Bank N.V. Sofia Branch in Bulgaria?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are INGBBGSF and INGBBGSFXXX the same code?
Yes. INGBBGSF is the short version of INGBBGSFXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to ING Bank N.V. Sofia Branch in Sofia.
What does each part of INGBBGSFXXX mean?
INGB is the bank code of ING Bank N.V. Sofia Branch, BG stands for Bulgaria, SF is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I enter INGBBGSFXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check INGBBGSFXXX against the details from ING Bank N.V. Sofia Branch before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.