SWIFT/BIC code ALAUFR21XXX
ALAUFR21XXX belongs to Altima Assurance in Niort, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALAUFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALAUFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Altima Assurance |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Niort |
| Country | France |
The way the Altima Assurance SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALAU 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
Which institution uses SWIFT/BIC code ALAUFR21XXX?
The code ALAUFR21XXX belongs to the head office of Altima Assurance in Niort, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Altima Assurance.
Are ALAUFR21 and ALAUFR21XXX the same code?
Yes. ALAUFR21 is the 8-character version of ALAUFR21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Altima Assurance in Niort.
How long does a transfer to Altima Assurance take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ALAUFR21XXX 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 ALAUFR21XXX.
What is the best way to send money to Altima Assurance in France?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of ALAUFR21XXX stand for?
ALAU is the institution code of Altima Assurance, FR stands for France, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.