SWIFT/BIC code SOCNNENIXXX
SOCNNENIXXX belongs to Societe Nigerienne de Banque in Niamey, Niger.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOCNNENIXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOCNNENI |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Societe Nigerienne de Banque |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Niamey |
| Country | Niger |
The way the Societe Nigerienne de Banque SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOCN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NI 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SOCNNENIXXX?
SOCNNENIXXX identifies the headquarters of Societe Nigerienne de Banque in Niamey, Niger. It is the code to use when a payment to Societe Nigerienne de Banque does not need a specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Societe Nigerienne de Banque?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SOCNNENIXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Niger uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in SOCNNENIXXX mean?
SOCN is the institution code of Societe Nigerienne de Banque, NE stands for Niger, NI is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Are SOCNNENI and SOCNNENIXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SOCNNENI is the 8-character version of SOCNNENIXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Societe Nigerienne de Banque in Niamey.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Nigerienne de Banque in Niger?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Nigerienne de Banque in Niger?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Niger with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.