SWIFT/BIC code ALTZFR21XXX
ALTZFR21XXX belongs to Altergaz in Levallois Perret, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALTZFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALTZFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Altergaz |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Levallois Perret |
| Country | France |
The way the Altergaz SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALTZ 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 code ALTZFR21XXX?
ALTZFR21XXX identifies the head office of Altergaz in Levallois Perret, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Altergaz does not need a specific branch.
Does Altergaz have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ALTZFR21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Altergaz in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of ALTZFR21XXX stand for?
ALTZ is the bank code of Altergaz, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
How long does a transfer to Altergaz take in France?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ALTZFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need ALTZFR21XXX.
Are ALTZFR21 and ALTZFR21XXX the same code?
Yes. ALTZFR21 is the 8-character version of ALTZFR21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Altergaz in Levallois Perret.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.