SWIFT/BIC code SOBIFRP1XXX
SOBIFRP1XXX belongs to Sobial in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOBIFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOBIFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sobial |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Sobial SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOBI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SOBIFRP1XXX?
SOBIFRP1XXX identifies the headquarters of Sobial in Paris, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Sobial.
How long does it take to send money to Sobial?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SOBIFRP1XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SOBIFRP1XXX.
Is SOBIFRP1 and SOBIFRP1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SOBIFRP1 is the 8-character version of SOBIFRP1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Sobial in Paris.
What happens if I enter SOBIFRP1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SOBIFRP1XXX against the details from Sobial before sending.
What does each part of SOBIFRP1XXX mean?
SOBI is the institution code of Sobial, FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.