SWIFT/BIC code SMCTFR2AMAR
SMCTFR2AMAR belongs to Societe Marseillaise de Credit in Marseille, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SMCTFR2AMAR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SMCTFR2A |
| Branch code | MAR |
| Bank | Societe Marseillaise de Credit |
| Branch | Branch |
| City | Marseille |
| Country | France |
The way the Societe Marseillaise de Credit SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SMCT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2A Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MAR 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/BIC code SMCTFR2AMAR?
The code SMCTFR2AMAR belongs to Branch, a branch or department of Societe Marseillaise de Credit in Marseille, France. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Societe Marseillaise de Credit in France?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Marseillaise de Credit?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SMCTFR2AMAR to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SMCTFR2AMAR.
What does each part of SMCTFR2AMAR stand for?
SMCT is the bank code of Societe Marseillaise de Credit, FR is the ISO code of France, 2A is the code for the city or region and MAR identifies the branch Branch.
What happens if I use SMCTFR2AMAR with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SMCTFR2AMAR against the details from Societe Marseillaise de Credit before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.