SWIFT/BIC code SGFIFR21XXX
SGFIFR21XXX belongs to Sgb Finance SA in Marcq En Baroeul, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SGFIFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SGFIFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sgb Finance SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Marcq En Baroeul |
| Country | France |
How the Sgb Finance SA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SGFI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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/BIC code SGFIFR21XXX?
The code SGFIFR21XXX belongs to the main office of Sgb Finance SA in Marcq En Baroeul, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Sgb Finance SA.
Are SGFIFR21 and SGFIFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SGFIFR21 is the short version of SGFIFR21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Sgb Finance SA in Marcq En Baroeul.
Do I need SGFIFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need SGFIFR21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Sgb Finance SA in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use SGFIFR21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SGFIFR21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Sgb Finance SA have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SGFIFR21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sgb Finance SA in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.