SWIFT/BIC code SOBCFR21XXX
SOBCFR21XXX belongs to Bic in Clichy, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOBCFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOBCFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bic |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Clichy |
| Country | France |
The way the Bic SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOBC 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 bank uses BIC SOBCFR21XXX?
SOBCFR21XXX identifies the head office of Bic in Clichy, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Bic.
What is the best way to send money to Bic in France?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of SOBCFR21XXX mean?
SOBC is the bank code of Bic, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I use SOBCFR21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SOBCFR21XXX against the details from Bic before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bic take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Bic use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SOBCFR21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Bic 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.