SWIFT/BIC code SOFFDEF1XXX
SOFFDEF1XXX belongs to Societe Financiere et Fonciere in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOFFDEF1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOFFDEF1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Societe Financiere et Fonciere |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Societe Financiere et Fonciere SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOFF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- F1 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 SOFFDEF1XXX?
SOFFDEF1XXX identifies the headquarters of Societe Financiere et Fonciere in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use it when a payment to Societe Financiere et Fonciere does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use SOFFDEF1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOFFDEF1XXX against the details from Societe Financiere et Fonciere before you confirm.
Do I need SOFFDEF1XXX for a euro transfer to Germany?
Germany is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SOFFDEF1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Financiere et Fonciere?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are SOFFDEF1 and SOFFDEF1XXX the same code?
Yes. SOFFDEF1 is the 8-character version of SOFFDEF1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Societe Financiere et Fonciere in Frankfurt Am Main.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Financiere et Fonciere in Germany?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro 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.