SWIFT/BIC code SIABTGTGXXX
SIABTGTGXXX belongs to Societe Inter-Africaine de Banque in Lome, Togo.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SIABTGTGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SIABTGTG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Societe Inter-Africaine de Banque |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lome |
| Country | Togo |
How the Societe Inter-Africaine de Banque SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SIAB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TG 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 uses SWIFT code SIABTGTGXXX?
SIABTGTGXXX identifies the main office of Societe Inter-Africaine de Banque in Lome, Togo. It is the code to use when a payment to Societe Inter-Africaine de Banque does not need a specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Societe Inter-Africaine de Banque?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SIABTGTGXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Togo uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of SIABTGTGXXX mean?
SIAB is the institution code of Societe Inter-Africaine de Banque, TG is the ISO code of Togo, TG is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I enter SIABTGTGXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SIABTGTGXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Inter-Africaine de Banque?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Are SIABTGTG and SIABTGTGXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SIABTGTG is the 8-character version of SIABTGTGXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Societe Inter-Africaine de Banque in Lome.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.