SWIFT/BIC code ALSOFR21XXX
ALSOFR21XXX belongs to Alsolia in Villeneuve D'ascq, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALSOFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALSOFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alsolia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Villeneuve D'ascq |
| Country | France |
The way the Alsolia SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALSO 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 is behind SWIFT code ALSOFR21XXX?
ALSOFR21XXX identifies the headquarters of Alsolia in Villeneuve D'ascq, France. Use it when a payment to Alsolia does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter ALSOFR21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ALSOFR21XXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of ALSOFR21XXX mean?
ALSO is the bank code of Alsolia, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Alsolia?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ALSOFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need ALSOFR21XXX.
Is ALSOFR21 and ALSOFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ALSOFR21 is the short version of ALSOFR21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Alsolia in Villeneuve D'ascq.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.