SWIFT/BIC code ARCTFR21XXX
ARCTFR21XXX belongs to Arc International in Arques, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARCTFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARCTFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Arc International |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Arques |
| Country | France |
How the Arc International SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARCT 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 bank uses BIC ARCTFR21XXX?
The code ARCTFR21XXX belongs to the head office of Arc International in Arques, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Arc International does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Arc International in France?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of ARCTFR21XXX mean?
ARCT is the institution code of Arc International, FR stands for France, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter ARCTFR21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ARCTFR21XXX against the details from Arc International before you confirm.
Does Arc International use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ARCTFR21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Arc International in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are ARCTFR21 and ARCTFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ARCTFR21 is the short version of ARCTFR21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Arc International in Arques.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.