SWIFT/BIC code SSBMSOSMXXX

SSBMSOSMXXX belongs to Salaam Somali Bank in Mogadiscio, Somalia.

SSBMSOSMXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSSBMSOSMXXX
8-character codeSSBMSOSM
Branch codeXXX
BankSalaam Somali Bank
BranchHead office
CityMogadiscio
CountrySomalia

How the Salaam Somali Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured

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

SSBM Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
SO Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
SM 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 BIC SSBMSOSMXXX?

SSBMSOSMXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Salaam Somali Bank in Mogadiscio, Somalia. Use it when a payment to Salaam Somali Bank does not need a specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Salaam Somali Bank?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Somalia with specialist providers before you send.

Does Salaam Somali Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – SSBMSOSMXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Salaam Somali Bank in Somalia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

How long does it take to send money to Salaam Somali Bank?

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 do I need to send money to an account at Salaam Somali Bank?

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

What does each part of SSBMSOSMXXX stand for?

SSBM is the institution code of Salaam Somali Bank, SO is the ISO code of Somalia, SM is the location code and XXX means the head office.

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