SWIFT/BIC code AXARFR21XXX
AXARFR21XXX belongs to Axa Reim Sgp in Puteaux, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXARFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXARFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Axa Reim Sgp |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Puteaux |
| Country | France |
How the Axa Reim Sgp SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AXAR 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code AXARFR21XXX?
The code AXARFR21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Axa Reim Sgp in Puteaux, France. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Axa Reim Sgp.
What happens if I use AXARFR21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AXARFR21XXX against the details from Axa Reim Sgp before sending.
Are AXARFR21 and AXARFR21XXX the same code?
Yes. AXARFR21 is the 8-character version of AXARFR21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Axa Reim Sgp in Puteaux.
Do I need AXARFR21XXX for a euro transfer to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need AXARFR21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Axa Reim Sgp take in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in AXARFR21XXX stand for?
AXAR is the institution code of Axa Reim Sgp, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.