SWIFT/BIC code NASBBGSFXXX
NASBBGSFXXX belongs to Bulgarian Development Bank (Formerly Encouragement Bank) in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NASBBGSFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NASBBGSF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bulgarian Development Bank (Formerly Encouragement Bank) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sofia |
| Country | Bulgaria |
How the Bulgarian Development Bank (Formerly Encouragement Bank) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NASB 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 is behind SWIFT code NASBBGSFXXX?
The code NASBBGSFXXX belongs to the headquarters of Bulgarian Development Bank (Formerly Encouragement Bank) in Sofia, Bulgaria. It is the code to use when a payment to Bulgarian Development Bank (Formerly Encouragement Bank) does not need a specific branch.
Does Bulgarian Development Bank (Formerly Encouragement Bank) have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, NASBBGSFXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bulgarian Development Bank (Formerly Encouragement Bank) in Bulgaria, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter NASBBGSFXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NASBBGSFXXX against the details from Bulgarian Development Bank (Formerly Encouragement Bank) before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bulgarian Development Bank (Formerly Encouragement Bank) in Bulgaria?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Bulgaria with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of NASBBGSFXXX stand for?
NASB is the bank code of Bulgarian Development Bank (Formerly Encouragement Bank), BG stands for Bulgaria, SF is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Do I need NASBBGSFXXX for a euro transfer to Bulgaria?
Bulgaria is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NASBBGSFXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.