SWIFT/BIC code AFERFR21XXX
AFERFR21XXX belongs to Afi Europe SAS in Lille, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFERFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFERFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Afi Europe SAS |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lille |
| Country | France |
The way the Afi Europe SAS SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AFER Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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
What bank uses BIC AFERFR21XXX?
AFERFR21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Afi Europe SAS in Lille, France. Use it when a payment to Afi Europe SAS does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use AFERFR21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AFERFR21XXX against the details from Afi Europe SAS before sending.
Is AFERFR21 and AFERFR21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. AFERFR21 is the short version of AFERFR21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Afi Europe SAS in Lille.
What is the best way to send money to Afi Europe SAS?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need AFERFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need AFERFR21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Afi Europe SAS take in France?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.