SWIFT/BIC code SOTOTGT1XXX

SOTOTGT1XXX belongs to Societe des Postes du Togo in Lome, Togo.

SOTOTGT1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOTOTGT1XXX
8-character codeSOTOTGT1
Branch codeXXX
BankSociete des Postes du Togo
BranchHead office
CityLome
CountryTogo

The way the Societe des Postes du Togo SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

SOTO Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
TG Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
T1 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SOTOTGT1XXX?

The code SOTOTGT1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Societe des Postes du Togo in Lome, Togo. Use it when you send money to an account at Societe des Postes du Togo.

What happens if I use SOTOTGT1XXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOTOTGT1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to Societe des Postes du Togo in Togo?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Togo with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to Societe des Postes du Togo take?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What does each part of SOTOTGT1XXX mean?

SOTO is the bank code of Societe des Postes du Togo, TG stands for Togo, T1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at Societe des Postes du Togo?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code SOTOTGT1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Togo uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.