SWIFT/BIC code AZURFR21XXX
AZURFR21XXX belongs to Azur - Finances in Chartres, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AZURFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AZURFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Azur - Finances |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Chartres |
| Country | France |
The way the Azur - Finances SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AZUR 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code AZURFR21XXX?
The code AZURFR21XXX belongs to the main office of Azur - Finances in Chartres, France. It is the code to use when a payment to Azur - Finances does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Azur - Finances in France?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Are AZURFR21 and AZURFR21XXX the same code?
Yes. AZURFR21 is the 8-character version of AZURFR21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Azur - Finances in Chartres.
How long does a transfer to Azur - Finances take in France?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need AZURFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need AZURFR21XXX.
What do the letters in AZURFR21XXX stand for?
AZUR is the bank code of Azur - Finances, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.