SWIFT/BIC code SOMGFRP1XXX
SOMGFRP1XXX belongs to Somangest in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOMGFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOMGFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Somangest |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Somangest SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOMG 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code SOMGFRP1XXX?
SOMGFRP1XXX identifies the headquarters of Somangest in Paris, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Somangest.
Do I need SOMGFRP1XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need SOMGFRP1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Somangest in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in SOMGFRP1XXX stand for?
SOMG is the bank code of Somangest, FR stands for France, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Is SOMGFRP1 and SOMGFRP1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SOMGFRP1 is the short version of SOMGFRP1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Somangest in Paris.
What is the best way to send money to Somangest in France?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.