SWIFT/BIC code ALTNFRPPXXX
ALTNFRPPXXX belongs to Alten SA in Boulogne Billancourt, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALTNFRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALTNFRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alten SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Boulogne Billancourt |
| Country | France |
The way the Alten SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALTN 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code ALTNFRPPXXX?
The code ALTNFRPPXXX belongs to the head office of Alten SA in Boulogne Billancourt, France. Use it when a payment to Alten SA does not need a specific branch.
Is ALTNFRPP and ALTNFRPPXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ALTNFRPP is the short version of ALTNFRPPXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Alten SA in Boulogne Billancourt.
Do I need ALTNFRPPXXX 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 still need ALTNFRPPXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Alten SA?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Does Alten SA use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ALTNFRPPXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Alten SA in France, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter ALTNFRPPXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ALTNFRPPXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.