SWIFT/BIC code SAOOSMS1XXX
SAOOSMS1XXX belongs to Poste San Marino in San Marino, San Marino.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SAOOSMS1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SAOOSMS1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Poste San Marino |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | San Marino |
| Country | San Marino |
The way the Poste San Marino SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SAOO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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 bank is behind BIC SAOOSMS1XXX?
The code SAOOSMS1XXX belongs to the head office of Poste San Marino in San Marino, San Marino. Use it when you send money to an account at Poste San Marino.
How long does it take to send money to Poste San Marino in San Marino?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Poste San Marino use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SAOOSMS1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Poste San Marino in San Marino, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need SAOOSMS1XXX to send euros to San Marino?
San Marino is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SAOOSMS1XXX.
Is SAOOSMS1 and SAOOSMS1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SAOOSMS1 is the 8-character version of SAOOSMS1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Poste San Marino in San Marino.
What happens if I use SAOOSMS1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SAOOSMS1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.