SWIFT/BIC code AKKAFRPPXXX
AKKAFRPPXXX belongs to Akka Technologies in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AKKAFRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AKKAFRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Akka Technologies |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Akka Technologies SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AKKA 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 code AKKAFRPPXXX?
The code AKKAFRPPXXX belongs to the main office of Akka Technologies in Paris, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Akka Technologies does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Akka Technologies take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need AKKAFRPPXXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need AKKAFRPPXXX.
Is AKKAFRPP and AKKAFRPPXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. AKKAFRPP is the short version of AKKAFRPPXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Akka Technologies in Paris.
What is the best way to send money to Akka Technologies in France?
Banks often add several percent 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.
What do the letters in AKKAFRPPXXX stand for?
AKKA is the institution code of Akka Technologies, FR stands for France, PP is the code for the city or region 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.