SWIFT/BIC code SONRFRPPXXX
SONRFRPPXXX belongs to Sonepar SA in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SONRFRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SONRFRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sonepar SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
How the Sonepar SA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SONR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PP 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 SONRFRPPXXX?
SONRFRPPXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Sonepar SA in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Sonepar SA does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Sonepar SA?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Sonepar SA have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SONRFRPPXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sonepar SA in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What does each part of SONRFRPPXXX stand for?
SONR is the institution code of Sonepar SA, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Sonepar SA take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SONRFRPPXXX for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need SONRFRPPXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.