SWIFT/BIC code BAPOFR21XXX
BAPOFR21XXX belongs to Bail Banque Populaire in Charenton le Pont, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAPOFR21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAPOFR21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bail Banque Populaire |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Charenton le Pont |
| Country | France |
The way the Bail Banque Populaire SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BAPO 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 SWIFT/BIC code BAPOFR21XXX?
BAPOFR21XXX identifies the headquarters of Bail Banque Populaire in Charenton le Pont, France. Use it when you send money to an account at Bail Banque Populaire.
What happens if I use BAPOFR21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BAPOFR21XXX against the details from Bail Banque Populaire before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bail Banque Populaire?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are BAPOFR21 and BAPOFR21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BAPOFR21 is the 8-character version of BAPOFR21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Bail Banque Populaire in Charenton le Pont.
What do the letters in BAPOFR21XXX mean?
BAPO is the institution code of Bail Banque Populaire, FR is the ISO code of France, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Do I need BAPOFR21XXX to send euros to France?
France is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BAPOFR21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.