SWIFT/BIC code ARFRFRP1XXX
ARFRFRP1XXX belongs to Arte France in Issy les Moulineaux, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARFRFRP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARFRFRP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Arte France |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Issy les Moulineaux |
| Country | France |
How the Arte France SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARFR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 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
What bank uses SWIFT code ARFRFRP1XXX?
ARFRFRP1XXX identifies the head office of Arte France in Issy les Moulineaux, France. Use it when a payment to Arte France does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in ARFRFRP1XXX mean?
ARFR is the bank code of Arte France, FR is the ISO code of France, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I enter ARFRFRP1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ARFRFRP1XXX against the details from Arte France before sending.
Do I need ARFRFRP1XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need ARFRFRP1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Arte France take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are ARFRFRP1 and ARFRFRP1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ARFRFRP1 is the 8-character version of ARFRFRP1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Arte France in Issy les Moulineaux.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.