SWIFT/BIC code SOUOSRPPXXX
SOUOSRPPXXX belongs to Southern Commercial Bank NV in Paramaribo, Suriname.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOUOSRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOUOSRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Southern Commercial Bank NV |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paramaribo |
| Country | Suriname |
The way the Southern Commercial Bank NV SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOUO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SR 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 code SOUOSRPPXXX?
SOUOSRPPXXX identifies the headquarters of Southern Commercial Bank NV in Paramaribo, Suriname. Use it when you send money to an account at Southern Commercial Bank NV.
Is SOUOSRPP and SOUOSRPPXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SOUOSRPP is the short version of SOUOSRPPXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Southern Commercial Bank NV in Paramaribo.
What do I need to send money to an account at Southern Commercial Bank NV?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SOUOSRPPXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Suriname is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in SOUOSRPPXXX stand for?
SOUO is the bank code of Southern Commercial Bank NV, SR is the ISO code of Suriname, PP is the location code and XXX means the main office.
How long does a transfer to Southern Commercial Bank NV take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use SOUOSRPPXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SOUOSRPPXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.